Samosa Pie – North Indian Vegan

Step 1: Sauté Aromatics

Set an Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add oil, cumin seeds, and coriander seeds. Sauté for 30 seconds. Add sliced red onion, minced ginger, garlic, green chilies, and cashews. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions soften.

Step 2: Pressure Cook the Filling

Add the cubed potatoes and all the powdered spices. Mix well. Pour in the water and deglaze the bottom of the pot. Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook at high pressure for 4 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release.

Step 3: Finish the Filling

Open the Instant Pot. Gently mix and mash some of the potatoes with a spoon to create a varied texture. Stir in the lemon juice, chopped cilantro, mint, and frozen peas. Mix until well combined.

Step 4: Prepare the Pastry

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a parchment-lined baking sheet, unroll one sheet of vegan puff pastry. Gently roll it out a bit to smooth any creases.

Step 5: Assemble the Samosa Pie

Spread the prepared potato filling evenly over one half of the puff pastry sheet, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. If using, place a layer of baby greens on top of the filling.

Step 6: Seal and Prepare for Baking

Fold the empty half of the pastry over the filling. Press the edges down firmly to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges all around. Brush the top of the pie with a little water. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.

Step 7: Bake the Pie

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed up and a deep golden brown.

Step 8: Slice and Serve

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes. This helps the filling set. Slice into squares and serve warm.

• Adding baby greens like spinach or kale is optional but adds extra nutrients and flavor.

• Ensure the puff pastry is thawed but still cold when you work with it for the best flaky results.

• Crimp the edges of the pie firmly with a fork to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.

• Add other vegetables to the filling like carrots or cauliflower.

• For a spicier kick, increase the amount of green chilies or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.