Baked Samosas (From the New Revised Edition Moosewood Cookbook)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 6
Baked Samosas recipe to tantalize your taste buds
in Appetizer

Prep

45 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk or 1 cup yogurt
2 large potatoes ( large fist size )
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup onion , finely minced
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 tablespoon ginger , finely grated
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon dried coriander
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups green peas , uncooked ( fresh or thawed from frozen )
2 tablespoons lemon juice
cayenne

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
270
Sugar
4g
Fat
2g
Samosa is a popular Indian snack that has gained immense popularity worldwide. With the crispy and crunchy exterior filled with savory stuffing, samosas are a favorite appetizer of many people. Baked Samosas is a healthier alternative to the deep-fried samosas, which are known for their high calorie and fat content. The filling for baked samosas includes mashed potatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, and peas, along with the spices that add a unique flavor to the dish. These samosas are easy to make, and they are perfect for an evening snack or as part of a meal.

Instructions

1.Make the dough by mixing flour and salt in a bowl and then adding buttermilk or yogurt to it. Knead the dough well and set it aside for 30 minutes.
2.Boil and mash the potatoes in a separate bowl.
3.Melt butter in a pan and fry onion, garlic, ginger, mustard seeds, coriander, and salt until the onion turns golden brown.
4.Add peas to the mixture and continue cooking for 5 minutes. Then, add lemon juice and cayenne to it, mix well and remove from stove.
5.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
6.When the dough is ready, roll out small balls into circles using a rolling pin. Cut the circle in half and form a cone. Fill the cone with the vegetable mixture and pinch the edges closed.
7.Place the samosas on a baking tray and bake for 30 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
8.Serve hot with mint chutney or ketchup.

PROS

Samosas are delicious and crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside.
This recipe is baked, not fried, which makes them a healthier snack option.

They are perfect as an appetizer or a side dish at a party or family gathering.

CONS

Making samosas involves a lot of steps, and it can be time-consuming.

Also, the dough can be slightly tricky to make for beginners.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a healthier version of the deep-fried samosas. Baking instead of frying reduces the calories and fat content.
The potatoes in the recipe are an excellent source of carbohydrates, and the peas are a good source of protein.
The spices in the recipe like ginger, coriander, and cayenne have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that provide various health benefits.

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