Fried Samosa

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, Fried Samosas are the ultimate snack for lovers of Indian cuisine. These hand-crafted pastries feature a flaky, spiced dough infused with carom seeds, lovingly encasing a savory potato and pea filling seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. The samosas are fried to perfection for a satisfying crunch with every bite. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or teatime treat, serve them warm with tangy chutneys or your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable indulgence. Easy to make and absolutely irresistible, these Fried Samosas are a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
• 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup water
• 4 medium potatoes
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon ginger, finely chopped
• 1 piece green chili, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon amchur (dry mango powder)
• 0.5 teaspoon garam masala
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Wash and boil the potatoes until they are tender. Allow them to cool, then peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes.

Step 2

To prepare the dough, mix the all-purpose flour, salt (1 teaspoon), and carom seeds in a large bowl. Add ghee or vegetable oil and combine using your fingers until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the flour mixture, kneading it into a smooth and pliable dough. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20-30 minutes.

Step 4

In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then, add the chopped ginger and green chili and sauté for a minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the peas to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes. Add the chopped potatoes, coriander powder, ground cumin, 0.5 teaspoon salt, red chili powder, amchur, garam masala, and chopped cilantro. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until all the spices are well combined. Allow the filling to cool.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape them into balls. Roll out each ball into an oval-shaped disc, about 6-7 inches long and 1/8 inch thick. Cut each disc in half to form two semi-circles.

Step 7

Take one semi-circle, brush water along the edges. Fold the straight edge to the opposite edge forming a cone. Press the edges to seal.

Step 8

Carefully fill the cone with approximately 1.5 tablespoons of the potato filling. Seal the open edges of the cone by pressing them together, using a bit of water to help seal. Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 9

In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil for frying over medium heat. Carefully slide in a few samosas, being cautious not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 10

Fry the samosas until they are golden brown and crispy, turning them occasionally for even cooking. This will take about 7-8 minutes per batch. Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 11

Serve the samosas hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2333 grams (2333.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10334

Total Fat 1007.90g	1292%
Saturated Fat 155.20g	776%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 72mg	24%
Sodium 3649mg	159%
Total Carbohydrate 370.70g	135%
Dietary Fiber 31.30g	112%
Total Sugars 15.50g
Protein 50.90g	102%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 275mg	21%
Iron 26mg	147%
Potassium 4926mg	105%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.3%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 13.8%