Indian Spicy Potato Samosas with Tamarind Chutney

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water, warm

• 4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 cup green peas, boiled
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons coriander leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup tamarind paste
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup jaggery, grated
• 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon black salt

Method

1. 01
   In a large mixing bowl, combine sifted flour and salt for the dough. Add vegetable oil and mix until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
2. 02
   Gradually add warm water and knead into a smooth dough. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
3. 03
   In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add grated ginger and sauté for a minute.
4. 04
   Add boiled and mashed potatoes, boiled peas, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes. Add chopped coriander leaves and mix. Remove from heat and let it cool.
5. 05
   Divide the dough into small balls. Roll each ball into a thin oval shape and cut in half.
6. 06
   Form a cone with the dough half, fill with 1-2 tablespoons of the potato mixture, and seal the edges with a little water.
7. 07
   Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Fry the samosas on medium heat until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
8. 08
   For the tamarind chutney, combine tamarind paste, water, grated jaggery, roasted cumin powder, and black salt in a saucepan. Simmer on low heat until it thickens. Let it cool before serving.