Crispy Potato Samosa Pastry - an easier and lighter baked version of a hugely popular spicy Indian snack, loaded with flavor and boosted in nutrients.
Samosa Pastry Rolls
Samosa is the quintessential Indian snack that dots the lavish tables of the opulent banquet halls, trendy restaurants and all the way to the street vendor stalls of India. I grew up making samosas from scratch, the dough included.
But when you want to have this tasty snack more often, then you have to create a lighter and easier version. And importantly something that is handy enough to satisfy your craving when you need it - meaning that which freezes well.
Samosa With Phyllo Dough
Nowadays there are a variety of readymade dough available to make these delectable savory pastries. Many of them work the best when they are deep fried. I wanted to try a baked version using phyllo dough, which also gives it a delicate crispiness. And to add some novelty, I shaped it in a handy cylindrical form.
The traditional and popular version of samosa usually comes with a potato filling. Here I added some edamame which boosted the protein and nutrient profile. Also these beans have a green pea like bite, so they add a nice textural aspect.
Health Benefits: Edamame
Edamame are the young beans harvested before they harden into the more mature soybeans. They are low in calories, high in protein and fiber. And a good source of iron, calcium, folic acid, vitamin K and vitamin C.
They have a complete protein that provide all the essential amino acids required in the diet. These young beans are high in polyunsaturated fat and especially in omega-3 fatty acids.
Studies have shown that edamame consumption may be linked to a lower risk of age related mental disorders. Since the beans are lower in cholesterol, high in fiber and good quality protein, they are also associated with a reduced risk of atherosclerois and hypertension.
The phytoestrogens in edamame, known as isoflavones, have been suggested to lessen the risk of osteoporosis, improve the regulation of blood sugar, prevention of migraine headaches and even mitigation of PMS symptoms. In particular, the antioxidant properties of the isoflavone - genistein may inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
Freeze And Use
These Crispy Potato Edamame Cigar Samosas freeze very well. So you can prepare a big batch, freeze and bake them as needed. And what more do you need, when they spring back to their crispy originality when you lightly bake the leftovers that have softened a bit in the refrigerator.
How To Serve
Enjoy these handy snacks with a cilantro mint chutney, a tangy-sweet tamarind dipping sauce or chili tomato sauce.
More Appetizers and Snack Recipes:
- Quinoa Crusted Eggplant Chickpea Patties
- Vegetarian Manti (Mushroom Dumplings in Garlic Yogurt Sauce)
- Eggplant Chickpea Patties
- Tabouli Salad Bites
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Crispy Potato Samosa Pastry
Ingredients
- 1 pound potatoes
- ¼ cup peanut oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin seeds
- ½ cup onions chopped
- 2 teaspoons ginger garlic paste
- 1½ teaspoons garam masala
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ⅓ pound edamame
- 1 tablespoon jalapenos chopped, adjust per taste
- 3 tablespoons cilantro chopped
- 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice as per taste
- Salt as per taste
- 8 ounces phyllo dough 20 sheets, 9" X 14"
- 2 tablespoons egg large, whisked
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or black seeds or carom seeds (ajwain)
Instructions
- Thaw the Phyllo dough as per instructions - overnight in the refrigerator and an additional 3 to 4 hours at room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 375° F.
- Boil the potatoes until soft. Allow to cool. Peel and then crumble the potatoes.
- Boil or microwave the edamame beans in some water until cooked soft.
- Heat ½ tablespoon oil in a cooking pot. Add cumin seeds and when they start to splutter add the chopped onions and sauté. Make sure to add the onion before the cumin seeds start to turn too brown.
- Then add the ginger garlic paste, garam masala, turmeric and stir few minutes. Add crumbled potatoes, boiled edamame, jalapeno, cilantro, lemon juice and salt as per taste and mix it all together.
- Remove the phyllo dough sheets out of the package, unwrap and cover it with a damp thin kitchen towel. Mix the remaining oil with the whisked egg very well and set aside.
- Unroll one phyllo sheet and lightly brush the oil-egg mixture over half the sheet and fold it over.
- Place 2 to 2½ tablespoons of the potato edamame mixture along the center of the shorter side of the folded phyllo sheet leaving an inch on each side.
- Fold over the edges of both the long sides of the phyllo dough over the filling and roll it up into a cigar shape making sure to brush a little bit of the oil-egg mixture or water to seal.
- Place the prepared samosa pastry rolls on a parchment lined baking sheet leaving gaps between them.
- Lightly brush the tops of the samosas with the oil-egg mixture and sprinkle the sesame seeds/black seeds or carom seeds. Traditionally carom seeds are used which impart the characteristic flavor to samosas.
- Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes until nicely golden brown.
Notes
- If the Crispy Potato Edamame Cigar Samosas do not turn golden brown enough, despite being baked well and crispy, you may broil the tops for a minute or so at the end. But be sure to be careful to not let them burn.
- Nutrition facts not including added salt. Check for any additional salt in other ingredients and adjust.
jillian says
Great appetizer or meal - yum!
Roxana Begum says
Thanks Jillian :)
Traci says
I love your step by step photos on these! And I'm always up for phyllo dough. Totally inspiring! Thanks for the recipe :)
Roxana Begum says
Thanks for the nice and helpful feedback Traci. I am so glad you find the step by step photos useful. I too think phyllo dough is so useful and versatile.
Sara says
These look incredibly tasty! I must try this recipe soon!
Roxana Begum says
Enjoy!
Veena Azmanov says
Wow this Crispy Potato Edamame Cigar Samosas looks very tasty! This recipe really impresses. I want to eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Thank you for sharing this great recipe!
Roxana Begum says
So glad you like it :)
Sonal says
Such a brilliant idea to turn the traditional samosa into chic cigars! Would use it for my parties :)
Roxana Begum says
Thanks Sonal. Hope you like it.
Janice says
These are so pretty and would make a great holiday appetizer!
Roxana says
Thanks Janice. And yes they will be great for an appetizer.
laurhp says
I would love these, such awesome flavors!
Roxana says
Thank you Lauren.
Sally says
These look great! My husband is a huge fan of Indian food. How fun it would be to make these at home.
Roxana says
Thank you :). Wow, nice that he likes Indian food. Enjoy!
Emily says
These look really delicious!
Roxana says
Thanks Emily.