Samosa (Spicy and Tangy Potato-Green Pea Pockets)
Samosas are believed to have originated in the Middle East and were introduced to India during the Delhi Sultanate in the 13th century.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.
Ingredients
- 300 gram Potatoes
- 100 gram Green Peas
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 piece Green Chilies
- 1 inch Ginger
- 2 tablespoon Coriander Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
- 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
- 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Water
- 2 cup Oil
- 8 sheet Phyllo or Samosa Pastry Sheets
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onion, green chilies, and ginger. Sauté until onion turns golden brown.
- Add green peas and cook for a few minutes. Then add mashed potatoes, coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Take a samosa pastry sheet and cut it into two equal halves. Fold each half into a cone shape.
- Fill the cone with the potato-green pea mixture and seal the edges using water.
- Repeat the process for all the pastry sheets.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Fry the samosas until golden brown and crispy. Drain excess oil on a paper towel.
- Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.