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Vegetable Samosa

Crispy, golden Indian pastries filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and onions. Served with mint chutney and tamarind sauce for an authentic appetizer.

Total time
45 min
Servings
8
Calories
285
Protein
5g
Vegetable Samosa
indianvegetarianappetizerfriedspiced

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup warm water
  • 2 cups potatoes, boiled and diced
  • ¾ cup frozen peas
  • ½ medium onion, finely diced
  • 2 whole green chilies, minced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp amchur (dry mango powder)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Add oil and rub with fingertips until breadcrumb texture forms.

  2. 2

    Gradually add warm water and knead into a stiff dough. Cover and let rest 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Divide dough into 8 equal balls. Roll each ball into a thin circle on a floured surface.

  4. 4

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.

  5. 5

    Add diced onion and green chilies. Sauté until onion turns golden, about 3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Stir in boiled potatoes, peas, coriander powder, garam masala, and amchur. Mix well and cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro. Let cool slightly.

  7. 7

    Cut each dough circle in half. Wet the straight edge with water. Fold into a cone shape and seal the edge.

  8. 8

    Fill cone with 1.5 tbsp potato mixture. Wet the top edge and seal by pressing the sides together.

  9. 9

    Heat oil to 350°F in a deep pan or wok. Carefully add samosas in batches, frying 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

  10. 10

    Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with mint chutney and tamarind sauce.

Tools you’ll need

  • large mixing bowl
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • 12-inch skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • rolling pin
  • cutting board
  • small bowl for water
  • deep frying pan or wok
  • food thermometer
  • slotted spoon
  • paper towels

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