Vegetarian Samsa
Get ready to delight your taste buds with this irresistible Vegetarian Samsa recipe! A vegetarian twist on the popular Central Asian street food, these golden pastries are filled with a flavorful mix of tender potatoes, carrots, green peas, and aromatic spices like cumin and coriander. Made with a flaky, buttery homemade dough, these samsas are perfectly crisp on the outside while bursting with savory goodness inside. With straightforward steps and minimal ingredients, this recipe is ideal for creating a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a satisfying snack. Serve them warm with your favorite tangy yogurt or fresh chutney for a truly delicious experience. Perfect for vegetarians and pastry lovers alike, these vegetarian samsas are an absolute must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 350 g all-purpose flour
- 180 ml water
- 1 tsp salt
- 100 g butter
- 200 g potatoes
- 150 g carrots
- 1 large onion
- 100 g green peas
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp additional salt
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
In a bowl, mix the flour and salt. Slowly add the water, stirring continuously until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
While the dough is resting, peel and dice the potatoes and carrots into small cubes. Finely chop the onion.
In a large pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and coriander, stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add chopped onions to the pan, sauté until translucent. Add diced potatoes, carrots, and green peas. Season with additional salt and black pepper, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Melt the butter and set aside. Divide the rested dough into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a roughly 6-inch circle.
Brush melted butter on each dough circle. Place a generous spoonful of the vegetable filling in the center of each dough circle.
Fold the dough around the filling to form a triangular or rectangular shape, sealing the edges tightly.
Place the samsa on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. If you prefer a glossy finish, brush the tops with beaten egg.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and cooked through.
Let the samsas cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delightful vegetarian samsa with a side of tangy yogurt or chutney!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.1 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.9 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 420 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 5308 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 362.3 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 58.4 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 24.6 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 2668 mg | 57% | |
*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.
