For the Dough:
1.5 cup All purpose flour
Salt to taste
5 tablespoons oil
1/4 teaspoon Ajwain ( Carom Seeds )
1/2 cup Mixture of Yogurt & Milk ( Yogurt 75% + Milk 25% )
For the Filling:
5 medium potatoes – Boiled , peeled and chopped into very small cubes
1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
2-4 chopped Green chilies
1.5 teaspoon Coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon Garam masala
1.5 teaspoon Amchur ( dry mango powder )
Salt – As per taste
1/4 cup – Chopped Cilantro leaves
2-3 tablespoons oil
Method
Making the Dough:
1) Mix the flour, salt, oil, ajwain well and then add the yogurt + milk mixture to make a soft dough . Knead the dough for a few minutes to make sure its smooth and pliable.
2) Set it aside and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
Making the Filling:
1) Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat .
2) Once the oil is hot, add cumin seeds , green chilies, coriander powder, salt and stir for few seconds.
3) Add the potatoes and stir-fry for a few minutes. Make sure they get coated with the spice mix. Now add garam masala and amchur. Adjust spices to taste.
4)Let the filling cool to room temperature.
Making Samosa:
1)Knead the dough for a minute. Divide the dough into 6-7equal parts and make into balls. Roll each ball into atleast a 6-inch diameter circle and divide each circle in half.
2)Place the filling in the center of the semi-circles. Overlap the edges starting from flat base end.
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