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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
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
salt to taste
2 tablespoons melted ghee
warm water
2 cups boiled and mashed potatoes
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon black pepper
4-5 finely chopped green chilies
1 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves
1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves

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

Boil potatoes until very soft.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, and salt to taste.

3

Add 2 tablespoons melted ghee to the flour mixture.

4

Use warm water to knead the dough and let it rest for 1 hour.

5

Mash the boiled potatoes in a bowl.

6

Add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, salt to taste, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 4-5 chopped green chilies, 1 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves, and 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves to the mashed potatoes.

7

Mix the filling until smooth.

8

Divide the dough into small portions and roll them out larger than usual for street food style.

9

Cut each rolled dough in half to form semi-circles.

10

Shape one semi-circle into a cone and fill it with the potato mixture.

11

Seal the open edge of the cone with water.

12

Deep fry the samosas until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingfryingsautéing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutenegg

Also Known As

SamosaKarachi Samosa

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