Savory Indian Samosa Pie Recipe
This savory Indian Samosa Pie combines a flavorful filling of spiced potatoes and peas encased in flaky puff pastry, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 package puff pastry 2 sheets, thawed
- 2 cups potatoes boiled and mashed
- 1 cup green peas cooked
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch piece of fresh ginger grated
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- to taste salt
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- to taste fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
- 1 egg beaten for egg wash or milk for a vegan option
Instructions
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat and add cumin seeds.
- Sauté chopped onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger until onions are translucent.
- Stir in mashed potatoes and cooked peas, then add spices and salt.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then fold in chopped cilantro.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and place it in a pie dish.
- Spread the potato and pea filling over the pastry base.
- Drape the second sheet of puff pastry over the filling and seal the edges.
- Cut slits in the top crust for steam to escape and brush with egg or milk.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Serve warm with chutney or yogurt for dipping.