Lentil Samosas

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 16
Hearty and flavorful Lentil Samosas recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1h15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup dried brown lentils
3 tablespoons olive oil , divided
1 onion , diced
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper ( optional )
1 yam , peeled and sliced
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup coconut milk
6 dried apricots , chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 package samosa pastry ( egg roll wrappers )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
223
Sugar
2g
Fat
10g
Originating from the Indian subcontinent, Samosas are deep-fried or baked snack food that is typically triangular in shape. Samosas are popular street food in India, Pakistan, Indonesia, and many other countries. Lentil samosas are a popular variation of samosas that use the fiber and protein from lentils instead of meat. Lentil samosas are a great vegetarian or vegan appetizer that makes you feel full for longer.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 F.
2.Cook lentils in boiling water for approximately 20 minutes or until tender, then drain.
3.Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and fry until translucent, about 5 minutes.
4.Add into the pan curry powder, ground cardamom, ground ginger, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper if you like some spice. Mix thoroughly and fry for another 2 minutes.
5.Stir into the pan lentils, sliced yam, water, coconut milk, chopped apricots, and sea salt.
6.Fry over low heat for 8-10 minutes until the texture is even. Allow it to cool down.
7.Cut egg roll wrappers in half to make triangles. Distribute 1 tablespoon of lentil mixture in the middle of each triangle.
8.Fold the larger edge of the triangle over the lentil mixture and align the opposite corner to form a triangular-shaped pocket.
9.Place the samosas on the baking sheet, brush them with the remaining olive oil on all sides, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

PROS

Lentil samosas are vegan and vegetarian-friendly sources of protein.
Low in fat and calories, they’re a great appetizer that will keep you full for longer.
This recipe is perfect for people who like to eat Indian cuisine and avoid meat.

CONS

Samosa wrappers can be difficult to work with and require a good amount of practice to wrap the ingredients correctly.
Too much or too little filling will make it difficult to close the samosa, and may lead to spills during the baking process.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein. They also contain high levels of fiber, folate, potassium, and iron that help to keep the digestive system healthy, support healthy bones, and combat fatigue. Yam is a starchy vegetable and an excellent source of vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber.

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