Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 tbsp

vegetable oil

for sauteing

0.5 cup

onion

diced

2 tsp

garlic

chopped

2 tsp

curry powder

1 tsp

ground ginger

1 tsp

ground cumin

0.5 tsp

sea salt

0.5 tsp

red pepper flakes

0.5 tsp

ground coriander

0.5 tsp

cayenne pepper

0.25 tsp

celery seed

0.25 tsp

dried tarragon

0.13 tsp

ground cinnamon

2 cup

potatoes

diced

2 cup

frozen mixed vegetables

diced

2 cup

vegetable broth

2 cup

all-purpose flour

1 pinch

salt

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

for dough

1 cup

water

room-temperature

1 unit

oil

for frying

Step 1
~3 min

Heat vegetable oil in a saute pan over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add diced onion and cook for 1 minute.

Step 3
~3 min

Add chopped garlic, curry powder, ground ginger, ground cumin, sea salt, red pepper flakes, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, celery seed, dried tarragon, and ground cinnamon.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook the spice mixture until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Add diced potatoes and frozen mixed vegetables.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Pour vegetable broth into the potato mixture.

Step 8
~3 min

Reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and broth is mostly absorbed, approximately 12 to 15 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Place all-purpose flour in a medium bowl.

Step 11
~3 min

Make a well in the center.

Step 12
~3 min

Add salt, vegetable oil, and room-temperature water, in that order.

Step 13
~3 min

Mix into a stiff dough.

Step 14
~3 min

Roll the dough into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap.

Step 15
~3 min

Set aside for 30 minutes to rest.

Step 16
~3 min

Divide the dough into 8 equal balls.

Step 17
~3 min

Roll each ball into a 10-inch circle.

Step 18
~3 min

Cut each circle in half.

Step 19
~3 min

Moisten the edges of each half with water.

Step 20
~3 min

Shape each half into a cone around your finger.

Step 21
~3 min

Fill each cone with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the vegetable mixture.

Step 22
~3 min

Pinch the edges shut to seal the samosa.

Step 23
~3 min

Heat oil in a large saucepan or deep-fryer.

Step 24
~3 min

Deep-fry samosas in batches until lightly browned, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 25
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure crispy samosas.

Adjust the amount of spices according to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and fried just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mint chutney or tamarind chutney.

Serve as part of a larger Indian meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Raita
Pakoras

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

A popular snack in India and South Asia.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Appetizer
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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