Authentic Indian Samosa Recipes for Every Taste – Classic, Paneer & Meat Variations
Discover three authentic Indian samosa recipes—classic potato-pea samosa, paneer-spinach samosa, and spiced meat samosa. Crispy, golden, and full of flavor. Perfect for snacks, parties, and festive meals.
Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
35 min
Serving
15
Difficulty
Intermediate
About This Recipe
This collection brings together three authentic Indian samosa variations, each crafted to match different taste preferences. From the traditional potato & pea samosa, to the protein-rich paneer-spinach samosa, and the hearty spiced meat samosa, this guide gives you everything you need for the perfect crispy, golden samosa every time.
Ideal as tea-time snacks, party starters, festival treats, or family favorites.
Ingredients
- Classic Potato & Pea Samosa
- 2 large potatoes (boiled, diced)
- 1 cup green peas (boiled)
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2–3 green chilies (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp turmeric
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
- Samosa wrappers / phyllo sheets
- Oil for frying
- Paneer & Spinach Samosa
- 200g paneer (crumbled)
- 1 cup spinach (blanched, chopped)
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2–3 green chilies (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves
- Samosa wrappers / phyllo sheets
- Oil for frying
- Spiced Meat Samosa
- 250g minced meat (chicken, lamb, or beef)
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2–3 green chilies (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp turmeric
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves
- Samosa wrappers / phyllo sheets
- Oil for frying
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Protein: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
Directions
1. Prepare the Filling
- Heat oil in a pan; add cumin seeds.
- Add chopped onion; sauté until golden.
- Add chilies + ginger-garlic paste; cook 1 minute.
- Add potatoes & peas; mix well.
- Add garam masala, ground coriander, turmeric, and salt.
- Mix and cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Add chopped coriander; cool completely.
2. Shape the Samosas
- Cut samosa sheet into strips/triangles.
- Form a cone shape, fill it, and seal edges with water.
3. Fry
- Heat oil on medium flame.
- Fry samosas until golden and crisp.
- Serve hot with mint or tamarind chutney.
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