Skip to content
Golden fried samosas stacked on a plate with chutneys
SnacksVegetarianNorth Indianmedium

Samosa

Crispy fried pastry filled with spiced potatoes and peas

TOTAL TIME123 MIN
SERVINGS6 PORTIONS
CALORIES310 KCAL
REWARD XP+160 XP

INGREDIENTS

15 ITEMS REQUIRED
6 P
For the dough
For the potato filling
For frying
NUTRITION TICKET (PER SERVING)
CALORIES310
PROTEIN6g
FAT17g
CARBS34g
EQUIPMENT
Mixing BowlRolling Pin & BoardKadhai (Deep Wok)Slotted Spoon

Execution Timeline

12 SEQUENTIAL TIMED STEPS

1MAKE THE DOUGH
8 MIN

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, carom seeds, and salt, then rub in the melted ghee with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Tip: The dough is ready for kneading when a fistful of the mixture holds its shape when pressed
2KNEAD A STIFF DOUGH
7 MIN

Gradually add the chilled water and knead into a stiff, smooth dough that does not stick to your hands, then cover it with a damp cloth.

Tip: The dough should be firmer than roti dough — a soft dough will make the shell soggy when fried
3REST THE DOUGH
5 MIN

Let the covered dough rest at room temperature so the gluten relaxes, making it easier to roll out later.

4SAUTÉ THE FILLING SPICES
3 MIN

Heat a little oil in a kadai, add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle, then stir in the grated ginger and chopped green chili and sauté until fragrant.

Tip: The cumin seeds are ready once they turn a shade darker and release their aroma
5COOK THE POTATO AND PEA FILLING
8 MIN

Add the boiled mashed potatoes, green peas, coriander powder, garam masala, and amchur to the pan, then mix well and cook, stirring occasionally, until the peas are tender and the spices are evenly distributed.

Tip: Mash some potato chunks against the side of the pan for a mix of creamy and chunky texture
6FINISH THE FILLING
5 MIN

Stir in the chopped fresh coriander and taste and adjust the salt, then turn off the heat and let the filling cool completely before assembling the samosas.

Tip: Filling the samosas while the mixture is still warm causes the dough to turn soggy and tear
7ROLL AND CUT THE DOUGH
10 MIN

Divide the rested dough into equal balls, roll each one into a thin oval, and cut it in half to form two semi-circles per ball.

8SHAPE THE SAMOSA CONES
15 MIN

Fold each semi-circle into a cone, sealing the straight edge with a dab of water, then fill each cone generously with the cooled potato filling.

Tip: Press the filling down gently as you go so there are no air pockets that could cause bursting while frying
9SEAL THE SAMOSAS
10 MIN

Pinch and seal the open edge of each filled cone firmly with a little water, pressing along a small pleated base so the samosa can stand upright.

Tip: A poorly sealed edge is the most common cause of samosas splitting open in the hot oil
10HEAT THE FRYING OIL
6 MIN

Heat the vegetable oil in a kadai over medium-low heat until it reaches a gentle frying temperature, ideal for slow-cooking the samosas through without over-browning the crust.

Tip: Test the oil by dropping in a small piece of dough — it should rise slowly and steadily, not brown instantly
11DEEP-FRY THE SAMOSAS
15 MIN

Gently slide the samosas into the warm oil in batches and fry on low to medium heat, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crisp on all sides.

Tip: Frying low and slow cooks the pastry through and prevents raw, blistered patches on the shell
12DRAIN AND SERVE
1 MIN

Remove the golden samosas with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels for a minute before serving hot with tamarind and mint chutneys.