Ingredients
Method
Step 1: Create Your Filling
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and toss in your chopped onions. Sauté until they’re golden and fragrant.
- Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute. Your kitchen will smell amazing.
- Stir in the ground chicken, garam masala, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked and golden-brown, about 8-10 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove from heat and mix in the cilantro and lemon juice. Let it cool while you prepare the dough.
Step 2: Make the Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt, then add the oil and mix until crumbly.
- Gradually add water and knead until you have a smooth, firm dough. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
Step 3: Assemble Your Samosas
- Divide the dough into small balls (about golf ball size). Roll each ball out into a thin oval or circle.
- Cut the rolled dough in half to form two semi-circles. Take one semi-circle and fold it into a cone, sealing the edge with a little water.
- Fill your cone with the chicken filling. Seal the open edge by pinching it together, ensuring there are no gaps.
- Repeat until you’re all finished, setting up a mini assembly line if you have helpers.
Step 4: Fry and Enjoy
- Heat the oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Test if it’s hot enough by dropping in a small piece of dough—it should sizzle.
- Gently drop in your samosas, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and let them drain on a paper towel.
Notes
For extra crunch, sprinkle a pinch of baking soda into the dough. You can also add peas or potatoes to the filling for a twist. Don’t fret about the look of your first samosa; they will all be delicious.
