📜 Classic Samosa Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 2 cups boiled and mashed potatoes 🥔
• 1 cup boiled peas (fresh or frozen) 🌱
• 1 tablespoon oil 🌰
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 🌿
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 🌰
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 🌿
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 🌟
• 1 teaspoon garam masala 🌶️
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste) 🌶️
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 🍋
• Salt to taste 🧂
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional) 🌿

For the Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
• 1/4 cup oil or ghee 🌰
• 1/2 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain) 🌿
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
• Water, as needed 💧

For Frying:

• Oil for deep frying 🌰

Instructions:

1 . Prepare the Filling:

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin and mustard seeds, and let them splutter.
2. Add the mashed potatoes and peas to the pan. Stir well.
3. Mix in the ground coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, chili powder, and salt. Cook for a few minutes until well combined.
4. Add lemon juice and fresh cilantro (if using). Stir and let the filling cool.

2 . Make the Dough:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, carom seeds, salt, and oil. Mix well.
2. Gradually add water and knead into a smooth, pliable dough. Cover and let it rest for about 20 minutes.

3 . Assemble the Samosas:

1. Divide the dough into small balls. Roll each ball into a thin circle.
2. Cut the circle in half to make two semi-circles.
3. Form a cone shape with each semi-circle, sealing the edge with a bit of water.
4. Fill the cone with the potato-pea mixture and seal the top edges, pinching them together to form a triangular shape.

4 . Fry the Samosas:

1. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
2. Fry the samosas in batches until they are golden brown and crisp.
3. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

5 . Serve and Enjoy:

Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice. Enjoy your delicious homemade samosas!🌟

Hope you enjoy making these samosas!