Crunchy Delight: Crispy Chicken Samosa Recipe | Learn the secrets to crafting the perfect crispy chicken samosa at home | Crispy, golden, and utterly delicious
INTRODUCTION
Samosas are a beloved snack that has found its way into the
hearts and homes of many. The crispy, golden exterior encapsulating a flavorful
filling is a treat that satisfies both the crunchy and savory cravings. While
the traditional vegetable samosa is a classic, why not elevate your samosa game
with a succulent twist? In this blog post, we'll guide you through the steps to
make delicious and crispy chicken samosas at home.
|
Item |
Qty |
Item |
Qty |
|
Boneless chicken |
1/2 KG |
finely
chopped Onion |
1 Onion |
|
Ginger Garlic Paste |
1 Tea Spoon |
Cabbage |
1/4 Cup (Grated) |
|
Cumin Seeds |
1 Tea Spoon |
Coriander Powder |
1 Tea Spoon |
|
Turmeric |
1 Tea Spoon |
Garam Masala |
1 Tea Spoon |
|
Red Chilli Flakes |
1 Tea Spoon |
Carom Seeds |
1/2 Tea Spoon |
|
Salt |
As per taste |
Fresh Parsley Leaves |
1/4 Cup (Finely Chopped) |
|
Samosa Wrappers (Patti) |
15-18 |
Mint Leaves |
As per taste |
|
Vegetable Oil |
1 Table Spoon |
Oil for Frying |
As per requirement |
Directions:
- Add, heat 1 table spoon of vegetable oil In a pan. Add the chopped onion and cook until it turns translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Add ginger garlic paste. Cook at low flame.
- Add the ground chicken and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until it is fully cooked and no turned white. Make sure to break up any clumps of chicken as it cooks.
- Add cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric, garam masala, cumin seeds, carom seeds and salt, Stir well and cook for 7-10 minutes. Now add cabbage, parsley leaves and mint leaves. let the mixture cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Once the chicken mixture is fully cooked, remove it from the stove and let it cool down for a few minutes.
- Take a samosa wrapper (Samosa Patti) and fold it in half to form a triangle. Apply a little water to the edges of the wrapper to seal it shut.
- Add a tablespoon of the cooled chicken mixture to the samosa wrapper and fold the top over to form a second triangle, pressing the edges to seal. Repeat for all samosas.
- Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the samosas in batches and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the samosas and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Crispy chicken samosas are best enjoyed hot and fresh.
- Serve with mint chutney or tamarind sauce.
Freezing:
Making chicken samosas ahead of time and freezing them is a
convenient way to have a delicious snack ready whenever you need it. Here's a
step-by-step guide on how to make and freeze chicken samosas:
- Place the shaped and filled samosas on a baking sheet lined with plastic paper, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Freeze the samosas for about 1-2 hours or until they are solid.
Storage:
- Once the samosas are frozen, transfer them to a resealable plastic bag or an airtight container.
Cooking from Frozen:
- When you're ready to cook the frozen samosas, there's no need to defrost them.
- Heat oil in a deep pan for frying (On a medium low flame). This will make samosa perfectly cooked from inside.
- Carefully place the frozen samosas in the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Serve and Enjoy
- Crispy chicken samosas are best enjoyed hot and fresh.
- Serve with mint chutney or tamarind sauce.