These classic Indian savory pastries feature a tender, flaky pastry shell encasing a rich filling of minced steak, onions, ginger, and garlic. Infused with warm curry powder and fragrant garam masala, each bite offers a perfect balance of spice and savory depth. Fresh mint or coriander adds a bright, herbaceous finish that cuts through the richness. Ideal for festive gatherings, parties, or as a hearty snack, these samoosas are best served hot and crisp. While traditionally deep-fried, they deliver an authentic taste of home-style Indian cooking that is sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings for flavorful, handheld appetizers.
Samoosa (Small Savory Pastries
Description
These classic Indian savory pastries feature a tender, flaky pastry shell encasing a rich filling of minced steak, onions, ginger, and garlic. Infused with warm curry powder and fragrant garam masala, each bite offers a perfect balance of spice and savory depth. Fresh mint or coriander adds a bright, herbaceous finish that cuts through the richness. Ideal for festive gatherings, parties, or as a hearty snack, these samoosas are best served hot and crisp. While traditionally deep-fried, they deliver an authentic taste of home-style Indian cooking that is sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings for flavorful, handheld appetizers.Ingredients
Directions
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Sift flour and salt into a bowl.
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Add oil and warm water, mixing thoroughly until ingredients combine. Add a little more water if necessary.
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Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes elastic.
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Cover the dough with plastic wrap and set aside while preparing the filling.
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Heat oil in a saucepan and fry garlic, ginger, and half of the chopped onion until the onion is soft.
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Add curry powder, salt, and vinegar (or lemon juice), mixing well.
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Add minced steak and fry over high heat, stirring constantly until the meat changes color.
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Turn the heat down and add hot water.
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Cover the pan and cook until the meat is tender and all liquid has been absorbed, stirring frequently towards the end to prevent sticking.
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Sprinkle with garam masala and chopped mint or coriander. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
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Mix in the reserved chopped onion.
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Take small pieces of dough, shape into balls, and roll each one thinly into a circle the size of a saucer on a lightly floured board.
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Cut each circle in half to create two half-circles.
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Place a teaspoon of filling on one side of each half-circle and brush the edges with water.
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Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle and press the edges together firmly to seal.
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Heat oil in a deep pan and deep fry the samoosas a few at a time until golden brown on both sides.
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Drain on absorbent paper and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 32
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 360.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 4.7g8%
- Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 3658.1mg153%
- Total Carbohydrate 68.4g23%
- Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
- Sugars 0.3g
- Protein 9.0g18%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
