Samosas! Crunchy, flavorful, and irresistible. Here's a simple recipe to make delicious samosas:
*Ingredients:*
For the dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder - 1/4 cup ghee or oil - 1/2 cup lukewarm water
For the filling:
- 1 cup boiled and mashed potatoes - 1 cup peas - 1 onion, finely chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon ginger paste - 1 teaspoon cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon garam masala - Salt, to taste - 2 tablespoons lemon juice - Chopped cilantro, for garnish
*Instructions:*
1. *Make the dough*: Combine flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl. Add ghee or oil and mix until the dough comes together. Gradually add lukewarm water and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and pliable. Cover and rest for 30 minutes. 2. *Prepare the filling*: Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions, garlic, and ginger paste until softened. Add cumin seeds, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well. Add mashed potatoes, peas, and chopped cilantro. Mix until well combined. 3. *Assemble the samosas*: Divide the dough into 8-10 equal portions. Roll out each portion into a thin circle, about 3-4 inches in diameter. Place a tablespoon or two of the filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle or cone shape, and press the edges together to seal the samosa. 4. *Fry the samosas*: Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add a few samosas (do not overcrowd) and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. 5. *Serve*: Serve hot with a dollop of chutney or raita. Enjoy!
- Use a mixture of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor. - Adjust the amount of spices in the filling to suit your taste. - To bake samosas instead of frying, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. - Experiment with different fillings, such as lentils, cauliflower, or paneer, to create unique samosa flavors.
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