Heart-Healthy Meat Samosa
Satisfy your cravings for a classic samosa with a nutritious twist! Our **Heart-Healthy Meat Samosa** recipe swaps traditional deep-frying for a baked alternative while retaining all the flavorful goodness. Made with whole wheat flour for added fiber, lean ground turkey as a protein-packed filling, and antioxidant-rich spices like garam masala, cumin, and coriander, these samosas are a wholesome snack or appetizer. Filled with tender vegetables like carrots and peas, and brushed with egg white for a beautifully crisp shell, they’re lighter yet just as delicious as the original. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a guilt-free indulgence, these golden-brown, flaky samosas pair wonderfully with your favorite chutney. Ready in just over an hour, this baked delight is the perfect balance of taste and wellness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.75 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 pound Lean ground turkey
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon, grated Ginger
- 1 medium, finely chopped Carrot
- 0.5 cup Green peas
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup, chopped Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons (for sautéing) Canola oil
- 1 beaten Egg white
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour and salt. Add olive oil and mix until the flour resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add water while mixing to form a firm dough. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 20 minutes.
In a pan, heat canola oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add lean ground turkey to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking up any lumps with a spoon.
Add finely chopped carrots and green peas, cooking until they are tender.
Mix in ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, red chili powder, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in chopped cilantro. Allow the mixture to cool enough to handle.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then roll out each ball into a thin oval (about 6 inches long).
Cut each oval in half to create two semi-circles. Take one half and form it into a cone by overlapping the straight edges slightly and sealing with a little water.
Fill the cone with the cooled turkey mixture, and seal the top edge tightly to enclose the filling. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
Place the samosas on the prepared baking sheet and brush with beaten egg white for a glossy finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the samosas are golden brown and crisp.
Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy meat samosas with your favorite chutney or dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1955 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.9 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 2629 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.0 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.1 g | 143% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 88.3 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2306 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
