Indian Samosa

Crispy, golden, and bursting with aromatic flavors, Indian Samosas are the ultimate snack or appetizer for any occasion. These delectable turnovers feature a flaky, spiced pastry shell made with all-purpose flour, carom seeds, and ghee, encasing a savory filling of spiced potatoes, peas, and a medley of Indian spices like garam masala, turmeric, and chaat masala. Perfectly fried to crunchy perfection, each bite delivers a warm blend of earthy spices and hearty textures. Whether paired with tangy tamarind chutney or refreshing mint yogurt, these samosas make an irresistible addition to your snack platter. With a prep time of just 40 minutes, they’re easier to make than you might think, letting you bring authentic Indian street food right to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Ghee or vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Carom seeds (ajwain)
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 120 milliliters Water
• 500 grams Potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 100 grams Green peas
• 1 piece Green chili, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, chopped
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, carom seeds, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Rub the ghee into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Slowly add water to the flour mixture and knead to form a stiff, smooth dough. Cover with a damp cloth and set aside for 30 minutes.

Step 3

In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. Add chopped green chili and grated ginger, sauté for a minute.

Step 4

Add boiled and mashed potatoes, green peas, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and chaat masala. Mix well.

Step 5

Cook the mixture for 5 minutes, adding salt to taste. Stir in fresh coriander leaves, then remove from heat and let cool.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 10 equal portions and roll each into a ball. Flatten and roll each ball into a 6-inch circle. Cut each circle in half with a knife.

Step 7

Take one half and form a cone by folding the edges, seal with water. Fill the cone with the potato filling, and seal the edge by pressing firmly.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 9

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. When the oil is hot, gently slide the samosas into the oil.

Step 10

Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes per batch. Remove them onto paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 11

Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1559.5 grams (1559.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6133

Total Fat 555.30g	712%
Saturated Fat 103.30g	517%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 128mg	43%
Sodium 3761mg	164%
Total Carbohydrate 297.00g	108%
Dietary Fiber 23.40g	84%
Total Sugars 10.50g
Protein 41.70g	83%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 205mg	16%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 2220mg	47%

*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: 78.7%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 18.7%