Samosa

 

🔥 Classic Potato & Pea Samosa Recipe

📝 Ingredients

For the dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 4 tbsp oil or ghee

• ½ tsp salt

• Water (as needed)

For the filling:

• 2-3 large potatoes (boiled & mashed)

• ½ cup green peas (boiled or steamed)

• 1-2 green chilies (finely chopped)

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• ½ tsp garam masala

• ½ tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp amchur (dry mango powder) or lemon juice

• Salt to taste

• 2 tbsp oil

• Fresh coriander (optional)

For frying:

• Oil for deep frying

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🍳 Directions

1. Make the Dough

• Mix flour, salt, and oil/ghee.

• Rub the oil into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.

• Gradually add water and knead into a firm, smooth dough.

• Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the Filling

• Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds.

• Add green chilies, mashed potatoes, peas, and spices.

• Mix well and sauté for 2–3 minutes.

• Adjust seasoning, then let it cool.

3. Shape the Samosas

• Divide the dough into small balls.

• Roll each ball into an oval/round about 6 inches wide.

• Cut in half. Take one half and form a cone shape.

• Fill the cone with potato mixture.

• Seal the edges using a little water.

4. Fry the Samosas

• Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.

• Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown and crispy.

• Remove and drain on paper towels.

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🧄 Optional Fillings

• Spiced minced meat (keema)

• Paneer & spinach

• Lentils or chickpeas

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🥣 Serve With:

• Mint chutney

• Tamarind chutney

• Yogurt dip

Want a baked or air-fried version too?