๐Ÿ”ฅเดจเต‹เดฎเตเดชเตเดคเตเดฑเด•เตเด•เต เด•เตเดฑเดžเตเดž เดธเดฎเดฏเดคเตเดคเดฟเตฝ เด•เดฟเดŸเดฟเดฒเตป เดฐเตเดšเดฟเดฏเดฟเตฝ Perfect Samosa เดตเต€เดŸเตเดŸเดฟเตฝ เดคเดจเตเดจเต† เด‰เดฃเตเดŸเดพเด•เตเด•เดพเด‚ / Iftar Snacks

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Published on Oct 16, 2024 This response is partially generated with the help of AI. It may contain inaccuracies.

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Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of making delicious vegetable samosas at home, perfect for Iftar or as an evening snack. With a blend of spices and fresh vegetables, these samosas are sure to impress your family and friends.

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

Gather all the necessary ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process. Hereโ€™s what you will need:

  • Vegetables:

    • 2 onions (chopped)
    • 3 green chilies (chopped)
    • 1 cup carrots (grated)
    • ยฝ to ยพ cup beans (chopped)
    • ยฝ cup cabbage (chopped)
    • 2 potatoes (boiled and mashed)
    • ยฝ cup green peas
  • Spices:

    • 2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
    • 1 tsp pepper powder
    • 1 tsp fennel seeds
    • ยพ tsp garam masala
    • ยผ tsp turmeric powder
    • ยผ tsp lemon juice
  • Other Ingredients:

    • 3-4 curry leaves
    • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
    • Coriander leaves (chopped)
    • Oil (for frying)
    • Samosa sheets (store-bought or homemade)

Step 2: Make the Filling

  1. Heat Oil: In a pan, heat oil over medium heat.
  2. Add Spices: Add fennel seeds and let them splutter.
  3. Sautรฉ Vegetables:
    • Add chopped onions, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sautรฉ until the onions turn translucent.
    • Add ginger garlic paste and sautรฉ for another minute.
    • Mix in the grated carrot, chopped beans, cabbage, and green peas. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Add Potatoes and Spices:
    • Stir in the mashed potatoes, Kashmiri red chili powder, pepper powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and lemon juice.
    • Mix well, ensuring all vegetables are coated with spices. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Finish the Filling: Add chopped coriander leaves. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Step 3: Assemble the Samosas

  1. Prepare the Samosa Sheets: If using homemade sheets, roll them into thin circles and cut them in half to form semi-circles.
  2. Shape the Samosas:
    • Take one semi-circle, fold it into a cone shape, and seal the edge with a little water.
    • Fill the cone with the vegetable mixture.
    • Seal the open edge by pressing it together, ensuring no filling escapes.
  3. Repeat: Continue this process until all the filling is used.

Step 4: Fry the Samosas

  1. Heat Oil: In a deep pan, heat enough oil for frying over medium heat.
  2. Fry the Samosas:
    • Carefully slide the samosas into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
    • Fry until they are golden brown and crisp, turning occasionally for even cooking.
  3. Drain Excess Oil: Remove the samosas and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Conclusion

You have successfully made vegetable samosas that are perfect for Iftar or as a tasty snack! Serve them hot with your favorite chutney or sauce for dipping. Enjoy your homemade treats, and feel free to experiment with different fillings for variety in the future!