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North Indian · Vegan

Samosa.

Crisp pastry parcels filled with spiced potatoes and peas.

◷ ~90 min4 servingsCurry Table version
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

A little context.

The pastry needs slower frying than a thin fritter. Seal each parcel well and fry a small batch first to check the pastry cooks through.

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CURRY TABLE · HOME-STYLE RECIPE

Samosa

~90 minutes estimated. The pastry needs slower frying than a thin fritter. Seal each parcel well and fry a small batch first to check the pastry cooks through.

Servings4

US weights are ounces by weight; liquids are US fluid ounces. Values are rounded. Scaling changes ingredient quantities, not cooking time, pan size, or seasoning judgement.

Ingredients

Method

  1. 01

    Rub dough oil into flour and half the salt. Add enough water for a firm dough, knead briefly, cover, and rest.

  2. 02

    Cook cumin and peas in a little frying oil, then fold in mashed potato, coriander, garam masala, and remaining salt. Cool completely.

  3. 03

    Roll dough into ovals, cut in half, shape each half into a cone, and seal with a little water after filling.

  4. 04

    Fry in a deep pan with ample headroom at moderate heat until pastry is crisp and cooked through. Drain.

THE CURRY TABLE TOUCH · OPTIONAL VARIATION

A cumin-lime filling

Add: 0.25 tsp finely grated lime zest

Fold the zest into the potato filling after it has cooled. Keep the filling dry before sealing the pastry.

A suggested variation. Try a small portion first; the planner uses the main recipe only.
A little cooking note

The pastry needs slower frying than a thin fritter. Seal each parcel well and fry a small batch first to check the pastry cooks through.

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