Samosa
“Crispy triangular pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and aromatics, a beloved Indian street food.”
Potato
Flour
Cumin
Cilantro
Chili Pepper
GingerWhere it comes from
Samosas have roots in the Middle Eastern pastry tradition, but they have become a beloved Indian street food that reflects the country’s rich spice heritage. Typically filled with a spiced potato and pea mixture, these crispy pastries are often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer. An interesting tidbit is that the name 'samosa' is derived from the Persian word 'sanbosag', highlighting its cross-cultural culinary journey.
On the Palate
What goes into it
Proteins
Vegetables
Herbs & Spices
How it's made
- 1
Prepare a spiced filling by boiling and mashing potatoes, adding peas, and mixing in a blend of spices like cumin and coriander.
- 2
Roll out thin dough, cut it into circles, and fill each with the potato mixture before sealing them into triangular shapes.
- 3
Deep fry the samosas until golden brown and crispy, serving them hot with tangy chutneys for dipping.
