13 Flaky Samosa Recipes for Spiced Snacks
I still remember the magic of Diwali evenings in my childhood home, where the air was thick with the sizzle of oil and the intoxicating scent of cumin, coriander, and garam masala. My grandmother would spend hours rolling out perfect dough for her samosas, stuffing them with spiced potatoes, and frying them to golden, flaky perfection. Those crispy bites were the highlight of every family gathering, evoking joy and warmth that no store-bought snack could match.
Lately, I’ve been on a samosa renaissance in my own kitchen, experimenting with global twists and healthier bakes while keeping that signature flakiness intact using puff pastry or homemade dough. In today’s fast-paced world, samosas are the ultimate spiced snack—portable, shareable, and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re craving comfort food or want to impress at your next party, these recipes prove samosas are more versatile than ever.
Classic Punjabi Aloo Samosa
For the ultimate nostalgic bite, these samosas feature a spiced potato filling wrapped in flaky dough. Ingredients (makes 12): 2 cups mashed potatoes, 1 onion finely chopped, 1 tsp each cumin seeds, coriander powder, garam masala, chili powder, fresh cilantro, salt, and 12 samosa sheets or puff pastry squares. Oil for frying.
Boil and mash potatoes, sauté onions with spices until golden, mix in potatoes and cilantro, then fold into triangles using pastry sheets, sealing edges with water. Deep-fry until golden and crisp. These are vegan-friendly, packed with fiber for sustained energy, and perfect for tea-time snacking.
Spicy Lamb Keema Samosa
Elevate your snack game with minced lamb infused with bold spices. Ingredients (makes 12): 300g ground lamb, 1 onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tsp each turmeric, cumin, coriander, chili flakes, peas, salt, and 12 pastry sheets.
Brown lamb with onions, garlic, ginger, and spices, stir in peas, cool, then stuff and fry pastry triangles. The protein-rich filling promotes satiety, making these ideal post-workout treats with anti-inflammatory spices.
Tandoori Chicken Samosa
A fusion of tandoori flavors in a crispy pocket. Ingredients (makes 12): 300g shredded cooked chicken, 2 tbsp tandoori masala, yogurt, onion, garlic, ginger, cilantro, lemon juice, and 12 puff pastry squares.
Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices, mix with chopped veggies, fill pastry, fold, and bake at 400°F for 20 mins or fry. High in lean protein, these support muscle repair and add smoky depth to snack platters.
Creamy Paneer Samosa
Vegetarian delight with soft paneer and mild spices. Ingredients (makes 12): 250g crumbled paneer, 1 bell pepper, onion, 1 tsp cumin, chaat masala, green chilies, cilantro, and 12 samosa wrappers.
Sauté veggies and spices, toss in paneer, cool, stuff wrappers, and deep-fry. Calcium-packed paneer boosts bone health, offering a lighter, melt-in-mouth alternative to meaty versions.
Spinach and Corn Samosa
Healthy greens meet sweet corn in a vibrant filling. Ingredients (makes 12): 2 cups spinach, 1 cup corn, onion, garlic, 1 tsp cumin powder, chili powder, cheese optional, and 12 pastry sheets.
Blanch spinach, sauté with corn and spices, fill and seal pastries, bake or fry. Loaded with vitamins A and C for immunity, these are a guilt-free, kid-friendly option.
Sweet Potato Masala Samosa
Naturally sweet potatoes spiced up Punjabi-style. Ingredients (makes 12): 3 sweet potatoes boiled, onion, 1 tsp garam masala, mustard seeds, curry leaves, tamarind chutney, and 12 wrappers.
Mash sweet potatoes with sautéed spices and chutney, stuff triangles, and fry crisp. Beta-carotene rich for eye health, these add a caramelized twist to traditional snacks.
Mushroom Masala Samosa
Earthy mushrooms for an umami bomb. Ingredients (makes 12): 300g chopped mushrooms, onion, garlic, 1 tsp coriander, fenugreek, green peas, and 12 puff squares.
Cook down mushrooms with spices and peas until dry, fill pastries, crimp edges, and shallow-fry. Low-calorie yet filling, mushrooms provide antioxidants for heart health.
Prawn Curry Samosa
Seafood lovers’ spiced delight. Ingredients (makes 12): 250g prawns, coconut milk, curry leaves, mustard seeds, onion, chili, turmeric, and 12 sheets.
Sauté prawns in curry paste and coconut, cool, wrap in pastry, and fry golden. Omega-3s from prawns support brain health in this coastal-inspired treat.
Beetroot and Yogurt Samosa
Vibrant pink filling with cooling yogurt. Ingredients (makes 12): 2 beets grated, yogurt, cumin, chaat masala, onion, cilantro, and 12 wrappers.
Mix cooked beets with spiced yogurt, stuff and bake at 375°F. Beets’ nitrates aid blood flow, creating a colorful, probiotic-packed snack.
Cauliflower Gobi Samosa
Spicy roasted cauliflower classic. Ingredients (makes 12): 1 cauliflower head, ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp each cumin, coriander, amchur, onion, and 12 pastries.
Roast spiced cauliflower with onions, mash lightly, fill, seal, and fry. Cruciferous veggies detoxify, offering low-carb crunch.
Red Lentil Dal Samosa
Hearty lentil filling for vegan power. Ingredients (makes 12): 1 cup red lentils, tomatoes, garlic, garam masala, spinach, and 12 sheets.
Cook lentils into dal with spices, add spinach, stuff triangles, and deep-fry. Protein and iron boost energy levels sustainably.
Keema Matar Samosa
Minced meat and peas in perfect harmony. Ingredients (makes 12): 300g beef mince, peas, onion, ginger, coriander powder, bay leaf, and 12 wrappers.
Brown mince with spices and peas, cool, fold into pastries, and bake. Iron-rich for vitality, a crowd-pleasing party staple.
Baked Mixed Veg Samosa
Healthier oven version with rainbow veggies. Ingredients (makes 12): Carrots, peas, potatoes, beans, mixed spices, phyllo dough sheets.
Chop and spice-cook veggies, layer in phyllo, brush oil, bake at 400°F for 25 mins. Oil-reduced for weight management, retains flakiness without frying.
Whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving a solo indulgence, these 13 flaky samosa recipes bring spice, crunch, and endless variety to your table—grab your apron and start folding today!
