Irresistible Potato Samosas: Crunchy Bites for Any Occasion Recipe
These irresistible Potato Samosas are crunchy, flavorful bites perfect for any occasion. Filled with a vibrant mixture of spiced potatoes, peas, carrots, and aromatic herbs, wrapped in a crispy spring roll pastry, and cooked by frying or baking to golden perfection. They make an excellent appetizer, snack, or party treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 samosas 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Filling
- 4 large Potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup Carrots, chopped (frozen works too)
- 1 cup Sweet Peas, frozen
- 1 medium Onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for sautéing)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
- 1 teaspoon Hot Curry Powder (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
- 1 whole Jalapeno, optional
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
For the Wrapper
- 10 sheets Spring Roll Pastry or Goya discs
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (for paste)
- 1/2 cup Water (for paste)
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Peel and cube the potatoes. Boil them in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, ground ginger, and jalapeno if using. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until caramelized and fragrant.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, mash the boiled potatoes. Add the sautéed vegetables, chopped cilantro, fresh lemon juice, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, hot curry powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Make Flour Paste: In a small bowl, combine all-purpose flour with water, mixing until a thick, spreadable paste forms. This paste will act as glue to seal the samosa edges.
- Assemble Samosas: Take one sheet of spring roll pastry and form it into a pocket shape. Spoon in a generous amount of the potato filling. Use the flour paste to seal the edges securely, making sure no filling escapes.
- Cook Samosas: For frying: heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the samosas for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. For baking: preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place samosas on a baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and crisp.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice levels by varying the amount of curry powder, chili powder, and jalapeno.
- For a healthier version, baking is recommended instead of frying.
- Spring roll pastry can be substituted with samosa pastry if available.
- To keep samosas crispy after cooking, place them on a wire rack or paper towel to drain excess oil.
- These samosas freeze well; store in an airtight container and reheat in an oven or air fryer.
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