Vegetable Samosas with Tamarind Chutney

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Crispy fried samosas filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and carrots, served with tangy tamarind chutney. This Indian recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs potatoes, carrots, peas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 20 min Serves 12 Indian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1 tsp cumin seeds and 1/2 tsp turmeric, toasting for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1/2 diced onion and sauté for 2 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add 400g diced potatoes, 200g grated carrots, and 100g peas. Cook for 8-10 minutes until vegetables soften. Stir in 1 tbsp grated ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 1 minute.
  3. Step 3: Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Remove from heat and let cool.
  4. Step 4: For samosas: Heat 100ml oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 180°C. Drop 1/3 cup dough into hot oil, shaping into a ball, and fry for 3-4 minutes until golden. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Step 5: Serve warm with tamarind chutney, spooning a dollop onto each samosa.

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