Dive into the delicious world of Indian cuisine with this comprehensive guide to making incredibly flavorful and crispy savory samosas! These potato-filled samosas are a delightful treat, perfect as an appetizer, snack, or even a light meal. This recipe breaks down the process into easy-to-follow steps, ensuring even beginner cooks can achieve perfectly golden, crispy samosas bursting with aromatic spiced potatoes. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these homemade gems!
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation Time | 30 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 25 minutes |
| Servings | 8-10 samosas |
| Difficulty | Medium |
Nutrition Information (per samosa): [Insert Nutritional Information Here. This will vary depending on the specific ingredients used. Include calories, fat, protein, carbohydrates, etc.]
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Water | ¾ cup (or as needed) |
| Vegetable oil | For deep frying |
| Potatoes | 2 large, boiled and mashed |
| Green peas | 1 cup, cooked |
| Onion | 1 medium, finely chopped |
| Ginger | 1 inch, finely chopped |
| Green chilies | 2-3, finely chopped (adjust to taste) |
| Garam masala | 1 tsp |
| Turmeric powder | ½ tsp |
| Coriander powder | 1 tsp |
| Red chili powder | ½ tsp (adjust to taste) |
| Salt | To taste |
| Oil | 1 tbsp for sauteing |
Cooking Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and water gradually, mixing until a smooth, pliable dough forms. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes soft and elastic. Cover and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
- While the dough rests, prepare the potato filling. Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a pan. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Add the ginger and green chilies and sauté for another minute.
- Stir in the mashed potatoes, green peas, garam masala, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is well combined and heated through. This delicious potato filling is the heart of our savory samosas.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough thinly. Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut out circles or squares (approximately 4 inches in diameter). These circles will become the wrappers for our samosas.
- Take each circle, fold it in half to form a semi-circle. Add a spoonful of the potato filling to one half of the semi-circle.
- Fold the other half over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Crimp the edges firmly with your fingers to seal the samosa tightly. The crimping is crucial for preventing leaks and keeping the samosa neat.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat. Carefully add the samosas to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the samosas in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally. This careful frying guarantees perfectly crispy samosas.
- Remove the samosas from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. The savory samosas are ready to be served.
Serving Suggestions: These potato-filled samosas are incredibly versatile! Serve them hot with your favorite chutney (mint chutney is a classic pairing), tamarind chutney, or even a spicy yogurt dip. They are also delicious on their own!
Tips and Notes:
- For extra crispy samosas, you can add a tablespoon of semolina (suji) to the dough.
- Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.
- If you don’t have a cookie cutter, you can use a sharp knife to cut out the circles or squares.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the samosas; otherwise, they will absorb too much oil.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying, as this will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy samosas. Fry in batches for best results.
- These savory samosas can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. Store leftover samosas in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
With this detailed recipe, you’re well on your way to creating amazing, crispy potato-filled samosas. Enjoy the delicious flavors of India in the comfort of your own kitchen! Remember, the key to perfect samosas is using high-quality ingredients, following the instructions carefully, and enjoying the process. Now go ahead and make some magic!
