Shrimp and Vegetable Samosa

Shrimp and Vegetable Samosa

: 2025-12-20 • : 1h 30m • : Medium

What does it include?

Ingredients

  • 200g wheat flour
  • 100ml cold water
  • 5 ml of salt
  • 500g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 large carrot, grated
  • 1 large grated potato
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 5 ml mustard seeds
  • 5 ml ground cumin
  • 1/10 ml turmeric powder
  • 1/10 ml chili flakes
  • 5 ml chopped fresh cilantro
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Salt to taste

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

  1. In a bowl, mix the wheat flour with the salt and cold water until forming a homogeneous dough. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
  2. In a hot pan, add a little oil and sauté the onion, garlic, mustard seeds, and cumin until the onion is transparent.
  3. Add the shrimp, carrots, and potatoes, seasoning with turmeric, chili flakes, and salt. Cook until the shrimp are pink and the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool. Add chopped cilantro and mix well.
  5. Divide the dough into small portions, roll each portion into a thin circle, and fill with the shrimp and vegetable mixture.
  6. Close the samosas forming triangles and secure the edges with a fork.
  7. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry the samosas until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on absorbent paper.

Full description

Indulge in these delectable wheat flour dumplings, filled with a savory blend of shrimp and vegetables, offering a delightful crunch and a burst of aromatic spices. This Indian classic balances the earthy sweetness of carrots and potatoes with the zesty kick of mustard seeds and chili flakes, all wrapped in a golden, crispy shell. Perfect for an appetizer or light meal, these samosas are a celebration of flavor and texture.

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