Savory Samosas

Samosas, traditional Indian dumplings, are delicious appetizers that everyone will adore. This Indian recipe uses lamb, but you can use any desired meat. Pair with an easy chicken curry recipe.

Ingredients

2 cups flour, all purpose or whole wheat
3 teaspoons garam masala or curry powder
Salt, to taste
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons light vegetable oil
Water
8 ounces lean ground lamb
1 tablespoon light cooking oil
3/4 cup onion, finely minced
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ginger, fresh minced
Lemon juice
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
3/4 cup peas, cooked
Oil for light pan frying
Mint chutney

Instructions

Sift flour and 1 teaspoon garam masala into a bowl. Add salt, 1/2 teaspoon each of turmeric, pepper and chili powder, vegetable oil and enough water to make a stiff dough. Knead until smooth.
Wrap in plastic and set aside for 20 minutes.
Saute meat in oil until brown. Add onion, garlic and ginger and stir fry for two minutes.
Add remaining garam masala, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric and 1 teaspoon chili powder. Stir, flavor with lemon juice and salt to taste and add cilantro and peas. Allow filling to cool completely.
Roll dough very thinly cut into 15 pieces of 5-inch rounds and cut each round in half. Place filling in the center and fold over. Pinch edges together to make a triangular pastry.
Lightly pan fry until golden brown. Serve HOT with mint chutney.