Baked Spiced Potato Samosas with Fresh Herb Dipping Sauce
These oven-baked vegetarian samosas are a healthier twist on a beloved classic, perfect for satisfying that craving without the guilt of frying. Stuffed with a deliciously spiced mixture of tender Idaho potatoes, peas, and aromatic herbs, each bite offers a burst of flavor that's enhanced by the tangy mint-cilantro sauce served alongside. Ideal for parties, snacks, or an impressive appetizer, these samosas are sure to become a family favorite. Plus, with a simple preparation method, you and your loved ones can enjoy this delightful treat right from your oven!
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Servings
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Calories
27
Ingredients
Ingredients
Idaho potatoes
2 (peeled and diced)
salt
to taste
extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon
onion
1 small (finely chopped)
jalapeno pepper
1/2 (seeds and stem removed, finely chopped)
fresh gingerroot
1/2 inch (peeled and grated)
garlic clove
1 (finely chopped)
ground coriander
1 teaspoon
curry powder
2 teaspoons
ground cumin
1 teaspoon
ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon
ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon
black pepper
to taste
roma tomato
1 (seeded and finely chopped)
frozen peas
1/4 cup
vegetable stock
1/4-1/2 cup
flour
for rolling dough
refrigerated ready-made pie dough
2 nine inch rounds
egg
1 (beaten with a splash of water)
fresh mint leaves
1 bunch
fresh cilantro leaves
1 bunch
jalapeno pepper
1 (seeds and stem removed)
sugar
1 teaspoon
limes
2 (juice of)
extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon
garlic clove
1
fresh gingerroot
1 inch
Instructions
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1. Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the diced potatoes. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until they are tender. Drain the potatoes and set them aside in the same pot.
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3. Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until they become soft and translucent.
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4. Stir in the finely chopped jalapeno pepper, freshly grated ginger, and minced garlic. Season with ground coriander, curry powder, ground cumin, ground allspice, a pinch of cinnamon, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the spices to release their flavors.
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5. Add the drained potatoes, chopped roma tomato, and frozen peas to the skillet. Mix well and cook for another minute. If the mixture seems dry, stir in enough vegetable stock to moisten it, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
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6. On a lightly floured surface, carefully unroll the two rounds of pie dough. Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, slice each round into 8 equal wedges.
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7. Place approximately 1 tablespoon of the potato filling at the center of each dough wedge. Brush the edges of the dough with the egg wash (beaten egg with a splash of water), then fold the dough over the filling, pinching the seams together to create a small pyramid shape. Transfer the formed samosas onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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8. Brush the tops of the samosas with the remaining egg wash and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
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9. While the samosas bake, prepare the herb dipping sauce by combining the fresh mint leaves, cilantro leaves, remaining jalapeno, sugar, salt, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon of water in a food processor. Grate the garlic and ginger directly into the mixture, then blend until smooth.
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10. Transfer the sauce to a small serving bowl and set it aside.
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11. Serve the baked samosas hot from the oven with the refreshing mint and cilantro dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Baked Spiced Potato Samosas?
These are a healthier, oven-baked vegetarian version of the classic fried snack, filled with spiced Idaho potatoes, peas, and aromatic herbs.
Are these samosas fried?
No, these samosas are baked in the oven at 400°F to provide a crispy texture without the need for deep-frying.
What ingredients are in the samosa filling?
The filling consists of Idaho potatoes, onions, jalapenos, ginger, garlic, Roma tomatoes, frozen peas, and a blend of spices.
What spices are used to season the potatoes?
The potatoes are seasoned with ground coriander, curry powder, ground cumin, ground allspice, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
What kind of dough is used for the crust?
The recipe uses refrigerated ready-made pie dough for a quick and simple preparation.
How do you prepare the potatoes?
Peel and dice the Idaho potatoes, then boil them in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender before draining.
How do you cut the pie dough for samosas?
Unroll the two nine-inch rounds of pie dough and slice each round into 8 equal wedges using a knife or pizza cutter.
How much filling goes into each dough wedge?
Place approximately 1 tablespoon of the potato filling at the center of each wedge.
How are the samosas shaped?
The dough is folded over the filling and the seams are pinched together to create a small pyramid shape.
What is the purpose of the egg wash?
The egg wash is used both to seal the edges of the dough and to brush on top for a golden brown finish.
How long do the samosas need to bake?
Bake them for 15-20 minutes in a 400°F oven until they are golden brown and crispy.
What is in the fresh herb dipping sauce?
The sauce is made from fresh mint leaves, cilantro leaves, jalapeno, sugar, salt, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and water.
How do you make the dipping sauce?
Combine the ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth, then transfer to a serving bowl.
Can I use frozen peas for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for 1/4 cup of frozen peas to be added to the filling mixture.
Are these samosas suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, these samosas are entirely vegetarian and filled with plant-based ingredients.
What type of oil is recommended for sautéing the onions?
The recipe recommends using extra virgin olive oil.
How long should I sauté the onions?
Sauté the finely chopped onions for about 5 minutes or until they become soft and translucent.
What should I do if the potato mixture seems too dry?
Stir in 1/4 to 1/2 cup of vegetable stock to moisten the mixture before removing it from the heat.
How do you prepare the ginger and garlic for the filling?
The gingerroot should be peeled and grated, and the garlic should be finely chopped.
What type of tomato is best for this recipe?
Use one Roma tomato that has been seeded and finely chopped.
Should the jalapenos be seeded?
Yes, remove the seeds and stems from the jalapenos before chopping to manage the heat level.
Is the dipping sauce served hot or cold?
The dipping sauce is a refreshing herb sauce served at room temperature or chilled alongside the hot samosas.
How many samosas does this recipe make?
The recipe yields 16 samosas, as each of the two pie dough rounds is cut into 8 wedges.
Can I use fresh ginger in the sauce?
Yes, the recipe calls for grating 1 inch of fresh gingerroot directly into the food processor for the sauce.
What is the best way to serve these samosas?
Serve them hot from the oven with the mint and cilantro dipping sauce on the side.
Are these samosas spicy?
They are mildly spiced with curry powder and jalapeno, though you can adjust the heat by adding more or less pepper.
What provides the acidity in the dipping sauce?
The juice of two limes provides the tangy, acidic flavor for the herb sauce.
Do I need a special tool to shape the samosas?
No special tools are needed; you can simply use your fingers to pinch the seams together.
Can these be served as a party appetizer?
Yes, they are ideal for parties, snacks, or as an impressive vegetarian appetizer.
What kind of baking surface is recommended?
Place the formed samosas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.