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Chicken Samosas with Cilantro Chutney

Elina James
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Indian
Servings 10 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Samosa Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons oil or ghee
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Water, as needed to form dough
  • For the Chicken Filling
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 pound (450 g) ground or finely chopped chicken
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece ginger, grated
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • For Frying
  • Oil for deep frying
  • For the Cilantro Chutney
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • ½ cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 small green chili
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon yogurt (optional for creaminess)
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons water (adjust for consistency)

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Make the Dough : In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and oil. Rub the mixture between your palms until crumbly. Add a little water at a time and knead until firm but pliable. Cover and rest.
  • Step 2: Cook the Filling : Heat oil in a skillet. Add onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until translucent. Add chicken and spices. Stir well and cook until all moisture evaporates. Finish with cilantro and lemon juice. Let it cool.
  • Step 3: Shape the Samosas : Divide dough into balls, roll each into thin ovals, and cut in half. Form a cone by sealing the straight edge with water, fill with chicken mixture, then seal the top tightly.
  • Step 4: Fry the Samosas : Heat oil to medium temperature. Fry samosas in batches until golden brown and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Step 5: Prepare the Chutney : Blend cilantro, mint, green chili, garlic, lemon juice, yogurt, and salt until smooth. Chill before serving.