Dairy-Free Indian Samosa

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Dairy-Free Indian Samosa recipe, featuring a delightfully crisp, golden pastry shell encasing a spiced potato and pea filling bursting with aromatic Indian spices. Perfect for those following a dairy-free diet, this recipe combines pantry staples like cumin, garam masala, and turmeric with fresh ingredients like cilantro, ginger, and lemon juice to create a vibrant, authentic snack or appetizer. With step-by-step instructions for making the dough and assembling the iconic triangular shape, these samosas are fried to perfection for an irresistibly crunchy bite. Serve them hot with your favorite chutney for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s ideal for parties, teatime, or even casual family meals. Whether you're new to Indian cuisine or a seasoned foodie, this recipe is sure to become a favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 100 milliliters water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 medium potatoes
• 100 grams frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• 1 teaspoon garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons cilantro
• 500 milliliters vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

To make the dough, combine the flour and 1 teaspoon of salt in a large bowl.

Step 2

Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add water, mixing continuously, until a firm dough forms. Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, peel and dice the potatoes. Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

Step 6

Add ginger paste and garlic paste. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Add coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook for another minute.

Step 8

Stir in boiled potatoes and peas. Mix well, mashing some of the potatoes as you mix.

Step 9

Add lemon juice and chopped cilantro. Mix thoroughly and adjust salt to taste. Let the filling cool.

Step 10

Divide the rested dough into equal portions and roll each into a ball.

Step 11

Roll each ball into a thin oval shape and cut in half to form two semicircles.

Step 12

Shape each semicircle into a cone, sealing the edges with a little water. Fill the cone with the potato mixture and seal the top.

Step 13

Heat the vegetable oil for frying in a deep pan to 180°C (350°F).

Step 14

Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.

Step 15

Drain the fried samosas on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1577.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5940.6

Total Fat 530.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2753.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 305.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.8g
Protein 43.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 229.3mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 3973.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.4%

Protein: 2.8%

Carbs: 19.8%