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This homemade Samosa recipe brings crispy, golden perfection with a warm, spiced potato-pea filling wrapped in flaky pastry. These popular Indian snacks are ideal for appetizers, parties, or tea-time treats.

Ingredients

  • For the dough:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp carom seeds (optional)
  • ¼ cup oil or ghee
  • ½ cup lukewarm water (as needed)
  • For the filling:
  • 3 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • ½ cup green peas, boiled or steamed
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp red chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1–2 tsp lemon juice or ½ tsp amchur (dry mango powder)
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
  • For frying:
  • Neutral oil (vegetable or sunflower) for deep frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and carom seeds. Add oil and mix until crumbly. Slowly add water to form a firm dough. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
  2. In a pan, heat a bit of oil and sauté green chili and ginger. Add mashed potatoes and peas.
  3. Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook until fragrant. Finish with lemon juice and chopped coriander. Let cool.
  4. Divide dough into equal balls. Roll each into an oval, cut in half.
  5. Shape each half into a cone, sealing edges with water. Fill with potato mixture and seal the top tightly.
  6. Heat oil over medium heat. Fry samosas in batches until golden and crisp, turning for even color.
  7. Drain on paper towels and serve warm with chutney.

Notes

  • Add raisins or crushed cashews for a hint of sweetness.
  • Substitute filling with spiced ground meat, lentils, or cheese for variations.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes or air-fry at 350°F (180°C) for 12–15 minutes for a healthier version.
  • Freeze uncooked samosas and fry straight from frozen.
  • Avoid overfilling or undersealing to prevent bursting during frying.

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