I think it the most famous Indian appetizer in the world. The variations for the stuffing in the pastry are endless , traditionally potatoes and peas, sometimes paneer , spinach , onion or even kheema. I have always associated the samosa with a hot cuppa Irani Chai . I vividly remember going to Blue Sea , one of the most famous Irani cafe ( read Kafe) in hyderabad anytime of the day and being served an oily small onion samosa and enjoyed eating it thoroughly as if there is no tomorrow. Looking back I wonder how could I eat such an oily substance and have a sense of fulfillment and most of all not worry about my weight!
Samosas , were a birthday treat. My amma would take a half day from work, and she and her sisters would get together in my house as I another cousin share our birthdays. They would make samosas by the dozens, each one defining their own shape. Some flat, some too pointy, some not stuffed enough, some didnt even have the shape of a samosa. All in all, we would have a blast because the filling of potatoes would always taste great. Over the years my mother mastered the art of making samosas , but I am yet to master both the art and the patience of making them. We have never made samosas at home as both of us lead quite hectic lifestyles, he with his work and me staying at home ( at the end of the day , I wonder why I am so busy , after quitting my job?). With my thumb cut yet enthusiastic of participating in the Monthly Mingle conceptualized by the lovely Meeta and hosted by dear Mansi , he offered to make them for me. They were a huge success amongst us and also our dear friends S & S who came to our house on a short half hour notice for dinner!
Ingredients:
- For the Pastry:
2 cups All Purpose Flour
Salt to taste
Water and Oil to knead the dough
For the Filling :
1 medium sized Onion
1 cup of peas
3 large Boiled Potatoes
Chili Powder
Cumin Seeds
Amchur Powder ( Optional)
Turmeric Powder , Oil
Salt
- Method :
1.Heat Oil in a skillet and add cumin seeds and let them splutter , Add the finely chopped Onions and saute until pink , add the boiled chopped potatoes and peas along with the chili powder , salt , amchur powder , turmeric powder and cook until done.
For the Pastry here is a pictorial by my beloved ,
1. Firstly take some dough enough for a thick chapati and roll it , Cut into 2 .ie. you will have 2 semi- cirlces
2. Make a cone shape of one semi circle , seal it by wetting your hand and the edges slightly and pull the tip of the cone , making it pointed . The pastry gets dry very fast , so keep wetting your hand and keep using very little water wherever you need to seal .
3.Once done , stuff it with the potato filling or any filling of your choice , make sure you don’t over stuff it or use very little stuffing.Next , slowly fold the ends one over the other like this
5. Finally , deep fry them in medium heat , I use peanut oil for frying because it doesn’t become rancid fast. Serve hot with Imli or Mint chutney.
June 6th, 2008 at 9:58 pm
even with your thumb cut?!! what happened girl?? hope its not too bad!
the samosas look awesome, a specila thanks to your hubby for making them for the Mingle! I guess me and Meeta both owe you guys one!:)
June 6th, 2008 at 11:35 pm
look delicious,.nd the pics are too yummy,,
June 6th, 2008 at 11:35 pm
Wow….thanks for the step by step instructions for the samosa.Truly informative!
June 7th, 2008 at 12:09 am
wow..looks so yummy….my favorite any time!
June 7th, 2008 at 1:17 am
perfect looking samosas. i wonder if you can bake these? hmm
June 7th, 2008 at 6:03 am
those look just perfect, like the ones we used to buy from the punjabi store.
June 7th, 2008 at 6:11 am
they look lovely, thank you and your husband.
June 7th, 2008 at 8:05 am
those are some perfectly made yummy samosas Dee..:D..
Siri:)
June 7th, 2008 at 9:55 am
They re perfect and delicious ur samosas
June 7th, 2008 at 10:39 am
Wow, perfect samosas! great entry! made like a pro.
June 7th, 2008 at 12:09 pm
Next time you make samosa, give a shout-out
June 7th, 2008 at 1:07 pm
Dee, those look absolutely perfect
June 7th, 2008 at 7:17 pm
Hello Dee
I’m a first time visitor. Those samosas look perfect!
June 7th, 2008 at 10:32 pm
Looks perfect Dee!..Thanks for the step by step instructions and pictures..
June 8th, 2008 at 9:49 am
Hi Dee first time to ur blog,its just amazing.
,samosas….drooling me..:D
BTW your URL ie., ammalus kitchen..i just loved that,is that ur pet name??my grannie calls me ammalu,i lov that name.but she’s no more
June 8th, 2008 at 10:38 pm
I remember you telling that your husband makes “the perfect samosas” with the elf hat tip. He proved it right. It looks absolutely delicious Dee. Lucky You!
June 9th, 2008 at 9:06 am
Wow i have bookmarked this. Love the pictures how to make them.
I am sure going to try them.
June 9th, 2008 at 9:48 am
That was a nice demonstration. Great recipe, looks so good. Nice presentation YUM!…
June 9th, 2008 at 9:55 am
Wow nice photos …. will try your version
June 9th, 2008 at 4:41 pm
Thank you all for the wonderful comments , K has been beaming since yesterday , He likes being in the limelight and has decided to contribute a little more to this blog! I owe it to you guys !
@ Arundathi , next time im gonna try them baking with a different filling.
@ Bharti and Sashree welcome to my blog ! Its a pleasure to have you guys!
@ Bee , when he gets off a project , I know we can still make a living , making samosas
@ Suganya , you are always welcome:)
@ Happy cook , do let me know how like them
September 9th, 2008 at 10:50 pm
Samosas… my all time favorite… Will try out this weekend and post my comments then..
October 28th, 2009 at 1:15 pm
Gr8 post.. luv ur demo..make it easy to try them at home..
November 3rd, 2009 at 3:49 am
Thanks so much rina, do let me know…