Mini Samosa Recipe:
Easy Mini Samosa Recipe:
Mini samosas are delightful, bite-sized treats bursting with flavor, perfect for any occasion. To craft these savory delights, you'll need a handful of ingredients: finely chopped potatoes, peas, onions, and spices such as cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Begin by preparing a dough using flour, water, and a pinch of salt. Roll out small circles of dough, fill each with the savory potato mixture, and seal them into cute triangular parcels. Fry these golden beauties until crispy and serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice. This easy mini samosa recipe promises a symphony of flavors in every bite, making them an irresistible snack for gatherings or a cozy evening treat. So, roll up your sleeves, and let the aroma of spices fill your kitchen as you embark on a culinary adventure with these one-bite wonders!
How To Make Mini Samosa:
Sure! Here's a simple recipe for mini aloo samosas:
Ingredients:
- **For the dough:**
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Water as needed
- Salt to taste
- **For the filling:**
- 2 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (add to your taste)
- 1/2 inch ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
- **Other:**
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions:
1. **Prepare the dough:**
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, oil, and salt. Mix well.
- Gradually add water and knead into a smooth, stiff dough. Cover and let it rest for 15 - 17 minutes.
2. **Prepare the filling:**
- Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and coriander seeds.
- Once they start spluttering, add chopped green chili and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute.
- Add mashed potatoes, garam masala, chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. The heat is off and let it cool.
- Once cooled, add chopped coriander leaves and mix.
3. **Assemble the samosas:**
- Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls. Roll each the ball into a small circle.
- Cut each circle in half to form semi-circles.
- Take one semi-circle, apply water on the straight edge, and form a cone shape by overlapping the edges.
- Fill the cone with the potato filling and seal the top by pressing the edges firmly.
4. **Fry the samosas:**
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan medium flame.
- Once the oil is hot, gently slide in the samosas, at a time.
- Fry until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally to ensure even frying.
- Remove from oil and drain excess oil on paper and tissues.
5. **Serve:**
- Serve hot with mint chutney or other chutney.
Enjoy your delicious mini aloo samosas!
