Authentic Aloo Samosa Recipe – Crispy Indian Snack Delight

Craving a crispy, golden, and flavorful snack? Learn how to make the perfect Authentic Aloo Samosa at home with this easy and foolproof recipe. Samosas are a staple of Indian street food and are loved for their crisp outer shell and spicy, savory potato filling.

To start, boil and mash 3 medium-sized potatoes. In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, chopped green chilies, grated ginger, and green peas. Add mashed potatoes, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and let it cool.

For the dough, mix all-purpose flour with carom seeds, salt, and oil. Add water gradually to form a firm dough. Let it rest for 20–30 minutes. Divide into small balls, roll into ovals, cut in half, form a cone, and fill with the potato mixture. Seal and shape them beautifully.

Deep-fry the samosas on medium heat until golden brown and crispy.

Foodwrap Tip: To keep your freshly fried samosas warm and mess-free, wrap them in greaseproof paper or Paper Foil. It helps maintain crispness while preventing oil stains. These wraps are Reheatable and food-grade, perfect for storing or carrying samosas for picnics or lunchboxes.

Serve hot with tamarind chutney or mint sauce for the ultimate experience. Whether for guests, evening snacks, or festive treats, these homemade Aloo Samosas will never disappoint.

Want to keep them for later? Wrap and store them using Ekvee Foodwrap – designed to keep food fresh, warm, and non-messy. The oil & grease-resistant quality ensures that your wraps stay clean while preserving the taste and texture.

Try this recipe today and enjoy a truly authentic taste of India – wrapped in goodness!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
  
• 1 tsp salt
  
• 1 tsp carom seeds
  
• ¼ cup oil for dough
  
• 2 tbsp oil for filling
  
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
  
• ¼ tsp asafoetida
  
• 1 tsp coriander seeds
  
• 3-4 chopped green chilies
  
• 1-inch grated ginger
  
• ½ cup green peas
  
• 5 boiled potatoes mashed
  
• 2 tsp coriander powder
  
• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
  
• ½ tsp cumin powder
  
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
  
• ½ tsp garam masala
  
• Salt to taste
  
• 1 tsp dry mango powder, amchoor powder
  
• 1 tsp Kasuri methi, dried fenugreek leaves
  
• Chopped coriander leaves
  
• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. In a wide plate, mix all-purpose flour, salt, and carom seeds. Gradually add 1/4 cup of oil to the mixture, followed by water to form a semi-soft dough. Apply oil on the dough, cover, and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
   
2. Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and coriander seeds. Then add chopped green chilies and grated ginger. Stir in green peas and mashed potatoes.
   
3. Add coriander powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala to the potato mixture. Mix well.
   
4. Season with salt, dry mango powder, and Kasuri methi. Stir in chopped coriander leaves and remove from the heat.
   
5. Knead the rested dough again and divide it into small portions. Roll each portion into an oval shape and cut it horizontally.
   
6. Take one portion of dough, wet the edges with water, and form a cone shape. Fill the cone with the prepared potato mixture and seal the edges tightly.
   
7. Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.
   
8. Heat oil in a pan for frying. Once hot, fry the prepared samosas until golden and crispy.
   
9. Drain excess oil and transfer the fried samosas to a plate lined with paper towels.
   
10. Serve hot with green chutney, tamarind chutney, or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy the crispy and delicious Aloo Samosas!

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