This Special Samosa recipe will win hearts at your home and parties. With its flaky crust and spicy filling, it’s a timeless treat that’s loved by all ages. Homemade samosas are not only more flavorful but also customizable to your taste!
🌟 IntroductionSamosa is not just a snack—it's an emotion for every Indian food lover! This crispy, golden triangle filled with spicy potato masala is India’s most iconic street food. Whether you enjoy it with tea on a rainy day or serve it at a party, a Special Samosa never fails to please.In this post, we’re taking the classic samosa up a notch with perfectly spiced filling and an ultra-crispy homemade dough.
Servings: 4
Cost: 100
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour maida
- ¼ cup oil or ghee
- ½ tsp carom seeds ajwain
- Salt to taste
- Water as needed to knead stiff dough
For the Filling:
- 3 medium potatoes boiled & mashed
- ½ cup green peas boiled
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 –2 green chilies chopped
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp amchur dry mango powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- In a bowl, mix flour, carom seeds, salt, and oil/ghee.
- Rub the oil into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- Add water slowly and knead into a firm, stiff dough.
- Cover with a damp cloth and rest for 20–30 minutes.
Make the Filling
- Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
- Add ginger, green chilies, and sauté for a minute.
- Add mashed potatoes, peas, turmeric, coriander powder, garam masala, amchur, and salt.
- Mix well and cook for 3–4 minutes.
- Add fresh coriander and let the filling cool.
Shape the Samosas
- Divide dough into small balls. Roll each into an oval, then cut it in half.
- Take one half, make a cone shape by folding and sealing the edge with water.
- Fill the cone with the potato mixture and seal the open edge tightly.
Fry the Samosas
- Heat oil in a kadai for deep frying.
- Fry the samosas on medium-low heat until golden and crisp.
- Drain on paper towels.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or tomato ketchup.
- Pair with masala chai for the ultimate Indian tea-time snack.
- For a party, serve as part of a chaat platter with yogurt, chutneys, and sev.