Potato and pea samosas

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Potato and pea samosas
75 min.
8
373kcal

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Samosas are a beloved snack that have transcended borders, captivating taste buds and bringing people together over their crispy, savory goodness. Our Potato and Pea Samosas are a delightful vegetarian treat that everyone can enjoy, especially since they are also vegan and dairy-free. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply craving a delicious snack, these samosas promise to be a hit.


Made with a fragrant filling of tender potatoes and vibrant green peas, spiced to perfection with fresh ginger, garlic, and green chillies, each bite offers a burst of flavor that’s both comforting and invigorating. The combination of spices not only elevates the taste but also provides an aromatic essence that fills your kitchen with the enticing scent of indulgence.


The preparation is surprisingly straightforward, making it an accessible recipe for both seasoned cooks and culinary novices alike. With a crispy pastry enveloping that flavorful filling, these samosas can be baked to golden perfection in the oven, ensuring a healthier alternative without compromising on taste. Pair them with tangy mango chutney for an extra layer of flavor that complements the spices beautifully.


In just 75 minutes, you can serve up to eight portions of these delectable samosas, perfect for any occasion—be it a casual snack, appetizer at a dinner party, or a standout feature at your next gathering. Dive into the world of homemade samosas and discover a delightful culinary experience!

Ingredients

  • small onion chopped
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • piece ginger fresh grated
  •  to 2 chilies slit green deseeded finely chopped
  • tbsp cooking oil 
  • large potatoes cut into small cubes
  • 100 green beans frozen finely sliced
  • small bunch cilantro leaves chopped
  • servings mango chutney 
  • tbsp cooking oil 
  • 225 flour plain

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. To make the pastry, add the oil to the flour with 100ml warm water and mix to form a dough. Knead briefly and leave to rest for 30 mins.
  2. Fry the onions, garlic, ginger and chilli together in 2 tbsp oil for 1 min, then add the potatoes. Cook over a low heat, stirring often, until the potatoes are cooked through add a little water if they begin to stick.
  3. Add the peas or beans and cook until tender, then stir in the coriander, season well and leave to cool.
  4. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas
  5. Divide the dough into 8 balls. One by one, roll each ball into a thin circle, then halve to make 2 semi-circles. Use your finger to brush a little water along the straight edges. Hold one and bring the 2 corners together and, using your hand as a cup, seal along the straight edge to form into cones.
  6. Fill the cones with the potato mix and pinch the tops closed, sealing again with water.
  7. Brush with remaining oil on all sides. Put on baking sheet and bake for 20 mins or until the pastry is crisp.
  8. Serve with mango chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Calories373kcal
Protein6.68%
Fat26.25%
Carbs67.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.47
Glycemic Load
41.38
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.750869616218%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.88mg
Kaempferol
1.28mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
5.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:373.3kcal
18.67%
Fat:10.97g
16.88%
Saturated Fat:0.87g
5.44%
Carbohydrates:63.11g
21.04%
Net Carbohydrates:58.02g
21.1%
Sugar:12.41g
13.79%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:54.88mg
2.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.28g
12.56%
Vitamin C:33.74mg
40.89%
Manganese:0.48mg
24%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
23.77%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
23.69%
Folate:84µg
21%
Fiber:5.09g
20.36%
Potassium:691.83mg
19.77%
Vitamin K:18.76µg
17.87%
Vitamin B3:3.26mg
16.31%
Selenium:10.63µg
15.19%
Iron:2.68mg
14.91%
Vitamin E:1.97mg
13.17%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.88%
Phosphorus:124.8mg
12.48%
Copper:0.23mg
11.59%
Magnesium:44.51mg
11.13%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
5.98%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.58%
Calcium:35.64mg
3.56%
Vitamin A:156.91IU
3.14%