5 Unique Samosas You Must Try at Least Once
Originally known as ‘sambosa’, the snack has travelled all the way from Central Asia. It has conquered Indian palate and slowly become one of our signature dishes. During the Mughal rule, they were simple meat-filled triangles. But today, the deep fried spicy goodness is also prepared with mashed potatoes, nuts and vegetable fillings.
If you are wondering how to make samosa at home, well it is not as easy as it looks. But with consistent efforts, one can ace it.
There are many types of samosas; here are the best ones you must taste at least once in your lifetime.
If you are not worried about extra calories, do try out chicken or mutton keema samosas. You can enjoy them with tamarind chutney, mint chutney or dhaniya- pudina chutney. The crispy and flaky pastry with stuffed meat makes for a wholesome meal and is one easy samosa recipe to try at home. You can even prepare them with leftover chicken shreds in case the cravings are high during lockdown.
A weird yet popular samosa recipe in the streets of Delhi; the noodles samosas are a delight. Moving beyond the traditional potato filling, here spicy noodles or chowmein is stuffed inside. The noodles are prepared with a variety of vegetables like onions, capsicums, cabbages and carrots. It is one of the best fusion foods; with a touch of Chinese flavors blended well with Indian ones.
This samosa is popular among sweet lovers; filled with chocolate, nuts and dry fruits. It is a perfect way to satiate your sugar cravings. This sweet alternative to the popular snack is most loved by kids. Chocolate chips or Nutella spread are also used as fillings to make the samosas all the more mouth-watering.
Nothing could be more fulfilling and delightful than samosas loaded with paneer (cottage cheese) and vegetables. These are quite loved by health buffs since it can be prepared with low fat paneer as well. It is mostly served with chili or mint chutney for the ultimate burst of flavors. Often, these samosas are also filled with corns for an added taste. You can search for ‘how to make samosa’ online and look for a detailed recipe to try at home.
A tasty samosa variation, this one is often made during various festivals or parties. Parmesan or mozzarella cheese is loaded along with potatoes, green chilies and butter. You can either have them with chutney or other dips of your choice. In fact, you can try this recipe at home since it is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed with thandaai or lassi during summers.
Even with the popularity of burgers and pastas, samosas have not lost its footing. It will always remain as one of the most delectable street foods and a guilty pleasure for many.