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Potato Samosas

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Crispy golden potato samosas filled with a warmly spiced mashed potato mixture, perfect as a savory snack or appetizer.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12-15 samosas
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Deep Frying
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander (dhania), chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for dough)
  • 2 tablespoons oil (for dough)
  • 3/4 cup water (as needed)
  • 2 tablespoons flour mixed with water (for sealing)
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions until soft.
  2. Add ginger and garlic, cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add curry powder and turmeric, mix well.
  4. Add mashed potatoes, salt, and coriander, mix thoroughly and cook for 2–3 minutes. Let cool.
  5. In a bowl, mix flour and salt, then rub in oil until crumbly.
  6. Add water gradually and knead into a firm dough. Rest for 20–30 minutes.
  7. Divide dough into balls and roll into thin circles. Lightly cook each on a pan and cut into halves.
  8. Form cones from each half, seal edges with flour paste.
  9. Fill cones with potato mixture and seal tightly.
  10. Heat oil on medium-low and fry samosas until golden brown and crispy.
  11. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Fry on medium-low heat for maximum crispiness.
  • Seal edges היטghtly to prevent opening during frying.
  • Let filling cool before stuffing.
  • Can be baked for a lighter option.
  • Freezes well before frying.

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