Chicken Samosas
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Ingredients
- 500 g ground chicken skinless, boneless
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons oil for cooking the filling
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 2 green chilies finely chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 20 samosa wrappers or homemade dough
- Oil for deep frying
- Flour-water paste for sealing 2 tablespoons flour + 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken Filling
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan.
- Sauté chopped onions until golden.
- Add garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Cook 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in ground chicken and break it apart.
- Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Cook until chicken is done and dry.
- Add garam masala and cilantro. Let it cool.
- Prepare the Wrappers or Dough
- If using store-bought wrappers, thaw and keep covered.
- For homemade dough, mix flour, salt, and oil. Add water gradually and knead until smooth. Let rest for 20 mins.
- Roll out and cut into semi-circles.
- Shape the Samosas
- Form a cone with one wrapper, seal with flour paste.
- Fill with 1–1.5 tbsp chicken mixture.
- Seal the top to form a triangle.
- Fry the Samosas
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry samosas in batches for 4–6 minutes each, until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Alternative Cooking Methods
- Bake: Brush with oil and bake at 400°F for 25–30 mins.
- Air Fry: Air fry at 375°F for 15–20 mins.
Notes
- Always cool the filling before sealing to prevent soggy samosas.
- To make ahead, freeze un-fried samosas in a single layer, then store in freezer bags.
- Pair with mint chutney, tamarind sauce, or garlic yogurt dip for extra flavor.
- You can substitute ground chicken with shredded cooked chicken or even turkey.
- Add cheese or mashed potatoes to the filling for tasty variations.
