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Karachi Special Samosa

Cultural Context

Karachi Special Samosa hails from the bustling streets of Karachi, Pakistan, where it is a beloved snack often enjoyed during tea time or festive gatherings. Traditionally filled with spiced potatoes and peas, these samosas represent the rich culinary heritage of the region, showcasing the vibrant flavors of South Asian cuisine. Today, variations abound, with fillings ranging from meat to lentils, making them a popular treat worldwide, especially in South Asian communities.

PakistaniPKappetizer
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 large potatoes
1 cup peas
1 medium onion
2 green chilies
1/4 cup coriander leaves
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup water
1 egg
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes provide more vitamins and a different flavor.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: none

Green beans are often less expensive and still provide crunch.

cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: ground cumin

💰Cheaper: none

Ground cumin is easier to find and use.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing all-purpose flour, salt, and oil in a bowl until crumbly.

2

Gradually add water and knead until smooth; cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

3

Boil potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them in a bowl.

4

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat; add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

5

Add chopped onions and green chilies; sauté until onions are golden brown.

6

Stir in mashed potatoes, peas, garam masala, and salt; cook for 5 minutes and remove from heat.

7

Add chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice to the filling; mix well.

8

Divide the dough into small balls and roll each into a thin circle.

9

Cut each circle in half to form two semi-circles.

10

Take one semi-circle, shape it into a cone, and seal the edge with water.

11

Fill the cone with the potato filling and seal the open edge by pinching.

12

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.

13

Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per batch.

14

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

15

Serve hot with chutney or sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

SamosaKarachi Samosa

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