Soy-Free Onion Samosa

Crispy, golden perfection meets savory simplicity in this Soy-Free Onion Samosa recipe—a delightful twist on the classic Indian snack. Featuring a flaky, handmade pastry enveloping a spiced onion filling, this recipe skips soy-based ingredients while packing in bold flavors like cumin, turmeric, garam masala, and a hint of lemon for zesty brightness. Perfectly deep-fried to achieve a satisfying crunch, these samosas are an irresistible option for tea-time treats, party appetizers, or light vegetarian snacks. With easy-to-follow steps and simple pantry staples, you’ll have 12 mouthwatering samosas ready to serve alongside your favorite chutney or dip. Ideal for those with dietary restrictions, these soy-free samosas are a flavorful crowd-pleaser that doesn’t compromise on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.75 cups Water
• 3 medium Onions
• 1 unit Green chili
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for filling)
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and cumin seeds. Mix well.

Step 2

Add 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the flour mixture. Rub the oil into the flour using your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the flour mixture, little by little, and knead into a firm, smooth dough. Cover with a damp cloth and set aside for at least 15 minutes.

Step 4

While the dough rests, peel and finely slice the onions. Finely chop the green chili.

Step 5

In a skillet over medium heat, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they become translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped green chili, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove from heat and mix in the chopped cilantro, lemon juice, and salt for the filling. Allow the mixture to cool.

Step 8

Divide the rested dough into 6 equal parts and roll each into a ball.

Step 9

Take one dough ball and roll it into a thin oval shape on a floured surface.

Step 10

Cut the oval into two equal parts to form semi-circles. Take one semi-circle, fold into a cone, and seal the edge with water.

Step 11

Fill the cone with about 1-2 tablespoons of the onion mixture, then seal the top by pressing the edges firmly together with water.

Step 12

Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 13

In a large pan, heat 2 cups of oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.

Step 14

Fry the samosas in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Step 15

Remove the samosas with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 16

Serve warm with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1318.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5424.7

Total Fat 516.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3488.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 29.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152.8mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 1059.2mg	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: 82.5%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 15.4%