Samosa

Explore crispy and flavorful Samosa recipes, from classic potato-filled versions to regional, baked, air-fried, and creative variations.

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Crispy golden Samosas filled with spiced potatoes and served with chutney

About Samosa

Samosa is a popular Indian snack made with a crisp pastry shell and a savory filling, most commonly spiced potatoes and peas. It is enjoyed across India in many regional styles and can also be prepared with paneer, meat, cheese, or mixed vegetables. Discover classic, baked, air-fried, mini, and street-style Samosa recipes.

Samosa Recipes

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CHEESY CHICKEN BREAD SAMOSA

CHEESY CHICKEN BREAD SAMOSA

Indian · South Asian

Easy40 min
Crispy Aloo Pyaj Samosa

Crispy Aloo Pyaj Samosa

Indian · North Indian

Medium1 hr
Lahore’s Iconic Aloo Samosa

Lahore’s Iconic Aloo Samosa

Pakistani · Lahori

Medium45 min
Market Style Samosa - Khasta and Tasty

Market Style Samosa - Khasta and Tasty

Indian · Gujarati

Medium50 min
Mini Samosa Puffs

Mini Samosa Puffs

Indian · North Indian

Medium45 min
Perfect Punjabi Aloo Samosa

Perfect Punjabi Aloo Samosa

Indian · Punjabi

Medium1 hr 17 min
Potato Samosa – Madras Samayal

Potato Samosa – Madras Samayal

Indian · South Indian

Medium1 hr 10 min
Punjabi Samosa

Punjabi Samosa

Indian · Punjabi

Medium1 hr 10 min
Pushpa Samosa - Indian Snack

Pushpa Samosa - Indian Snack

Indian · North Indian

Medium40 min
Vegetarian Samosas - Indian Style

Vegetarian Samosas - Indian Style

Indian

Medium1 hr 5 min

What defines this dish

Vegetarian

The majority of samosa recipes are vegetarian.

Serving ideas

  • Serve with tea

    Samosas are classically paired with tea.

Flavour profile

Samosas often feature a blend of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, garam masala, and ajwain, contributing to their distinct savory aroma.

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Spice
3/5
Richness
4/5
Aroma
3/5
Pepperiness

Common ingredients

  • salt
  • water
  • cumin seeds
  • oil
  • garam masala
  • ajwain carom seeds
  • coriander
  • turmeric
  • all-purpose flour
  • black pepper
  • coriander seeds
  • fennel seeds
  • ginger
  • maida all-purpose flour
  • red chilli

Frequently asked questions

Where is the recipe?

Some viewers have expressed that the recipe was not clearly presented or was missing from the video.

How to keep samosas crispy?

Some commenters noted that samosas can become soft after a while and are looking for ways to maintain their crispiness.

What home cooks say about this dish

  • The way the cooking is explained and presented is consistently praised as clear, easy, and effective.

  • The chef is consistently praised for his professionalism, skill, and systematic approach to teaching recipes.

  • The chef's inclusion of small details and tips is credited with significantly improving the taste and outcome of the recipes.

  • One comment appreciates the clear explanation of the recipe.

  • The way the cooking is explained and presented is consistently praised as clear, easy, and effective.

  • The chef is consistently praised for his professionalism, skill, and systematic approach to teaching recipes.

  • The chef's inclusion of small details and tips is credited with significantly improving the taste and outcome of the recipes.

  • One comment appreciates the clear explanation of the recipe.

  • The way the cooking is explained and presented is consistently praised as clear, easy, and effective.

  • The chef is consistently praised for his professionalism, skill, and systematic approach to teaching recipes.

  • The chef's inclusion of small details and tips is credited with significantly improving the taste and outcome of the recipes.

  • One comment appreciates the clear explanation of the recipe.

  • The way the cooking is explained and presented is consistently praised as clear, easy, and effective.

  • The chef is consistently praised for his professionalism, skill, and systematic approach to teaching recipes.

  • The chef's inclusion of small details and tips is credited with significantly improving the taste and outcome of the recipes.

  • One comment appreciates the clear explanation of the recipe.

  • The way the cooking is explained and presented is consistently praised as clear, easy, and effective.

  • The chef is consistently praised for his professionalism, skill, and systematic approach to teaching recipes.

  • The chef's inclusion of small details and tips is credited with significantly improving the taste and outcome of the recipes.

  • One comment appreciates the clear explanation of the recipe.