04/01/2020
Samosa Pastry Puff. Anytime I think of a puff pastry my brain defaults to times with family in India. This puff is so filling and nostalgic. I recently made these for my neighbor and his wife and they devoured it within minutes. Can’t wait to hear your feedback. ..............
(Makes 6 Large Puffs)
2 Large Potatoes, Diced
2 Cups Sweet Peas, Whole
1 Medium Yellow Onion, Diced
4 Garlic Cloves, Minced
2 Tbsp Ginger, Minced
1/4 cup Oil
1 Tbsp Cumin Seeds
1 Tbsp Black Mustard Seeds
2 Tbsp Garam Masala
2 Tbsp Paprika
1 Tbsp Cumin Powder
1 Tbsp Coriander Powder
1 Tbsp Turmeric Powder
1 Tbsp Chili Powder
Salt & Pepper
Puff Pastry Dough/Sheets
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Wash and cut potatoes, onions, garlic and ginger.
3. Place nonstick pot on medium heat and add oil.
4. Once oil is hot, add cumin seeds and mustard seeds, stirring occasionally for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add onions and cook until translucent.
6. Add garlic and ginger and continue cooking until fragrant.
7. Now add in diced potatoes and stir well. Let them cook down for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Time to add in all the spices and mix thoroughly!
9. After another 5-10 minutes, reduce heat to low (test potatoes to check tenderness)
10. Add in sweet peas and delicately mix.
11. Prepare pastry dough or sheets and place on baking sheet lined with wax paper. (best results occur when using dough straight from the refrigerator and into HOT oven. **preheating is very important**)
12. Make a mixture of “paste” with flour and water to seal pastries.
13. Prepare each puff by placing filling directly in the center of pastry sheet.
14. Use paste on all edges of bottom pastry sheet.
15. Cover with second pastry sheet on top and seal all edges by firmly pressing top and bottom layers together.
16. Place in oven for 25-35 minutes, keeping an eye on them. Golden brown means done - enjoy!