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Easy Spiced Samosa Patties

Easy Spiced Samosa Patties

All the cozy samosa flavors turned into crisp, golden pan-fried patties. Perfect for snacking, sandwiches, or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 0.75 cup frozen green peas, thawed
  • 0.5 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1.5 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 0.5 tsp minced green chile optional
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 0.33 cup all-purpose flour for binding
  • 0.5 cup plain breadcrumbs divided
  • 1.25 tsp ground cumin
  • 1.25 tsp ground coriander
  • 0.75 tsp garam masala
  • 0.5 tsp ground turmeric
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp neutral oil for pan-frying

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, 10–12 minutes. Drain and let steam-dry.
  • Warm 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Soften onion for 3–4 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, ginger, and green chile. Cook 30 seconds. Sprinkle in spices and toast briefly.
  • Add peas and cook 1 minute to heat through. Scrape mixture into a large bowl.
  • Mash potatoes until mostly smooth. Fold in onion-pea mix, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Sprinkle in flour and 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. Mix until it holds together. Chill 10 minutes.
  • Form 8 small patties. Coat lightly with remaining breadcrumbs.
  • Heat remaining oil in a nonstick skillet over medium. Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
  • Serve hot with chutney or a dollop of yogurt, if you like.

Notes

Variations: Swap in sweet potatoes for a deeper sweetness, or add crumbled paneer for extra protein. To bake, brush with oil and bake at 425°F for 14–18 minutes, flipping once. Leftovers keep 3 days refrigerated; re-crisp in a skillet or air fryer.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Spiced Samosa Patties flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.