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Vegetable Samosa Recipe

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Vegetable samosas are crispy, deep-fried Indian pastries filled with a spiced mix of potatoes, peas, and herbs. These iconic snacks are perfect for tea-time, parties, or festive occasions.

Ingredients

  • For the dough:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp oil or ghee
  • Water, as needed to knead
  • For the filling:
  • 3–4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1–2 green chilies, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp amchur powder or 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • For frying:
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, carom seeds, and salt. Add oil or ghee and rub into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs. Gradually add water and knead into a firm dough. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the filling: Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, then ginger and green chilies. Add peas and cook for 2–3 minutes. Add mashed potatoes, turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, amchur, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes. Stir in chopped coriander. Let the mixture cool.
  3. Shape the samosas: Divide dough into lemon-sized balls. Roll into ovals and cut in half to make two semi-circles. Form a cone with each semi-circle, sealing edges with water. Fill with potato mixture and seal the top edge tightly.
  4. Fry: Heat oil in a deep pan on medium-low heat. Fry samosas in batches until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

Notes

  • Keep dough stiff for a crispy crust.
  • Rest the dough to relax gluten and improve texture.
  • Let filling cool before stuffing to prevent soggy pastry.
  • Fry on medium-low heat to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
  • Seal edges well to avoid bursting during frying.

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