Vegan Cheese Samosa

Elevate your snack game with these irresistible Vegan Cheese Samosas, a plant-based twist on a beloved classic! Crisp, golden puff pastry encases a spiced vegetable filling of tender potatoes, carrots, and peas, enhanced with the warm flavors of cumin, turmeric, and garam masala. What sets these samosas apart is the gooey, melty vegan cheese tucked inside, adding a creamy richness to every bite. Quick to prepare and easy to fry, these samosas are perfect for appetizers, party platters, or anytime snacking. Serve them hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce for a flavorful, comforting treat that everyone will adore. Perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike, this recipe proves that indulgence can also be plant-friendly!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Vegan puff pastry sheets
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 1 medium Carrot
• 0.5 cup Frozen peas
• 1 cup Vegan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 small Green chili
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander
• 2 tablespoons Oil for cooking
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 cups Oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes and carrot into small cubes.

Step 2

In a pot, boil the diced potatoes and carrot for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add finely chopped ginger and garlic, and sauté for another minute.

Step 5

Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, and black pepper, and stir well.

Step 6

Add the boiled potatoes, carrot, and frozen peas to the pan. Mix to combine with the spices.

Step 7

Mash the vegetables slightly with a spoon and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 8

Add the chopped green chili, garam masala, and freshly chopped coriander. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 10

Preheat the oil for frying to 350°F (175°C).

Step 11

Take the vegan puff pastry sheets and cut them into 4 x 5-inch rectangles.

Step 12

Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each pastry rectangle, top with a sprinkle of vegan cheese.

Step 13

Brush the edges of the pastry with water, fold over to form a triangle, and press the edges to seal.

Step 14

Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 15

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 16

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1314.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5517.6

Total Fat 553.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2693.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 21.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 177.5mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 2816.3mg	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: 86.3%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 12.2%