Samosas

Samosas are a popular triangular-shaped snack or appetizer in Indian, Pakistani, and Middle Eastern cuisines. They are made with a crispy pastry shell filled with a savory filling, usually consisting of spiced potatoes, peas, onions, and sometimes meat or other vegetables.

Ingredients

.2 cups all-purpose flour

.1/2 teaspoon salt

.2 tablespoons vegetable oil

.1/2 cup water

.1 cup cooked and mashed potatoes

.1/2 cup frozen peas

.1 small onion, finely chopped

.1 teaspoon grated ginger

.1 teaspoon ground cumin

.1/2 teaspoon garam masala

.Salt to taste

.Oil for frying

Instructions

.In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the vegetable oil and mix until crumbly. Gradually add water and knead the dough until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and set aside.

.In a pan, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent. Add the grated ginger, cumin, and garam masala and cook for another minute.

.Add the mashed potatoes and peas to the pan and stir well. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool.

.Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball out into a thin circle. Cut the circle in half.

.Take one half of the circle and form a cone shape, sealing the edges with water. Fill the cone with the potato and pea mixture and seal the top with water.

.Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the samosas until golden brown, turning occasionally.

.Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Enjoy your delicious homemade samosas!

Recipe by : Aziz Hussain

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