Flaky Phyllo Samosas
Get ready to elevate your snack game with these irresistible Flaky Phyllo Samosas. This popular Indian Snack is made with a flaky phyllo pastry shell instead of the traditional deep-fried dough. These bite-sized wonders are packed with flavor, making them perfect for any occasion – from a light starter to a fingerfood feast. The recipe yields 20 small samosas, as seen in the video.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 package phyllo pastry dough
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the filling:
- 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 cup peas frozen
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 2 teaspoon Indian curry powder
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- While the potatoes are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, and curry powder and cook for 30 seconds more, until fragrant.
- Add the cooked potatoes, peas, and salt to the skillet. Mash the potatoes slightly with a fork to incorporate them into the filling. Cook for a few minutes more, until heated through.
- Unroll the phyllo pastry dough and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out. Cut each sheet of phyllo into 4 equal strips.
- Brush each strip of phyllo with olive oil. Place a heaping tablespoon of the filling at the bottom of the strip. Fold the bottom edge of the strip over the filling, then fold the left and right sides over, creating a triangular shape. Continue folding until you reach the top of the strip. Seal with a dab of water.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer according to the manufacturer's instructions. Place the filled samosas on a baking sheet or in the air fryer basket. Brush the tops with olive oil.
- Bake or air-fry until golden brown: Bake the samosas for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. For air-frying, cook for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the hot samosas immediately with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.