{"id":"recipe_b8abc34855","slug":"samosa","title":"Samosa","description":"The quintessential Indian snack: crispy, golden-brown triangular pastries filled with a savory, spiced mixture of potatoes and green peas.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":40,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":45},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"4 tablespoons oil or ghee","name":"Ghee","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"for shortening the dough","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1/2 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)","name":"Carom seeds","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"seeds","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"3/4 teaspoon salt","name":"Salt","quantity":4,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1/2 cup water","name":"Water","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"cold","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"3 large potatoes, boiled and peeled","name":"Potatoes","quantity":3,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"piece","form":"boiled","notes":"large","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/2 cup green peas","name":"Green pea","quantity":75,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"fresh or frozen","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 inch ginger, finely chopped","name":"Ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"chopped","notes":"1 inch piece","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"2 green chilies, chopped","name":"Green chili","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"chopped","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds","name":"Cumin Seeds","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"seeds","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"1 teaspoon coriander powder","name":"Coriander","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-12","original":"1/2 teaspoon garam masala","name":"Garam Masala","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-13","original":"1/2 teaspoon dry mango powder (amchur)","name":"Mango","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-14","original":"Oil for deep frying","name":"Oil","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"for deep frying","group":"Frying","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large bowl, combine flour, carom seeds, and salt. Add the oil and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs. Gradually add water and knead into a stiff, firm dough. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Combine flour, carom seeds, and salt","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Mash the boiled potatoes roughly, leaving some small chunks. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. Add ginger and green chilies, and sauté for a minute.","group":"Filling Preparation","title":"Mash the boiled potatoes roughly, leaving some small chunks","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Filling Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add green peas, coriander powder, garam masala, and amchur. Stir in the mashed potatoes. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. Let the filling cool completely.","group":"Filling Preparation","title":"Add green peas, coriander powder, garam masala, and amchur","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Filling Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Divide the dough into 6 equal balls. Roll each ball into an oval shape about 6 inches long. Cut the oval in half horizontally to make two semi-circles.","group":"Shaping","title":"Divide the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Fold one semi-circle into a cone, sealing the edge with a little water. Stuff with 2 tablespoons of filling. Seal the bottom edge by pinching it together. Repeat with the remaining dough.","group":"Shaping","title":"Fold one semi-circle","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Heat oil in a deep pan to 320°F (160°C). Deep fry the samosas in batches on low to medium heat until they are golden brown and crisp. This should take about 10-12 minutes per batch.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat oil in a deep pan","timerMinutes":12,"sourceTitle":"Frying"}],"notes":"Ensure the oil for frying is at a medium-low temperature to start; this makes the crust crisp and prevents bubbles. Use 'Maida' (refined flour) for the most authentic texture.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["North Indian"]},"course":["appetizer","side"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["Mixing bowl","Rolling pin","Frying pan (Kadai)","Slotted spoon"],"diet":["vegetarian","vegan"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":12,"unit":"piece","note":"Medium-sized samosas"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Samosas can be shaped and kept in the fridge for up to 1 day before frying."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day or fridge for 3 days.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F (177°C) to maintain crispness. 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