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Samosa

Cultural Context

Originating in the Indian subcontinent, samosas are a popular snack enjoyed across South Asia and beyond. Traditionally filled with spiced potatoes and peas, they symbolize hospitality and are often served at celebrations and gatherings. Today, variations abound worldwide, with fillings ranging from meat to cheese, showcasing the dish's adaptability and global appeal.

IndianINappetizer
60 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
200 gm all purpose flour
2 tbs purified butter or ghee
1 tsp carom seed
Salt as per taste
water
3 boiled & mashed potatoes
1 cup chopped coriander leaves
1 tsp cumin seed
1 tsp crushed coriander seed
1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp red chilli powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp dry mango powder
1/2 tsp garam masala powder
2 tsp oil
Oil for deep fry

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: maida

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer a healthier alternative with more vitamins.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide flavor with less heat.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: curry powder

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Curry powder can mimic garam masala in flavor.

1

Add all purpose flour in a bowl.

2

Add purified butter or ghee.

3

Add carom seed and salt as per taste.

4

Mix it well.

5

Add water and make a dough.

6

In a pan add oil and cumin seed.

7

Add one by one all the spices.

8

Add mashed potatoes.

9

Add chopped coriander leaves.

10

Mix it well.

11

Take some dough and roll with a rolling pin.

12

Make round shape like a chapati.

13

Cut it from the middle.

14

Apply some water on the edges.

15

Make a cone shape.

16

Fill this cone with stuffing.

17

Apply some water on the edges and seal it properly.

18

Deep Fry the samosas in oil.

19

Keep the flame slow to medium.

20

Fry till it turns golden brown and crispy.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfryingboilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlpanrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

SamosaSamosas

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