Potato Samosas and Mango Chutney

PARTNER POST: The versatile potato is perfect in a multitude of recipes showcasing flavors from around the globe. Get creative with your spuds.
Crispy samosas are loaded with potatoes and spices and served with a sweet and savory mango chutney. A delicious appetizer that will keep you coming back for more.

Let’s celebrate the Jaisalmer Desert Festival in India with this potato recipe. It’s a three-day long festival and it’s an extravaganza of food, dance, music and cultural performances. How fun does that sound? These Potato Samosas with Mango and Peanut Cilantro Chutneys showcase the fact that potatoes are truly a global food.

First of all, let’s get down to the business of the awesomeness of potatoes. #1 They’re delicious, #2 they’re nutritious and #3 they’re versatile. And according to the U.S. Potato Board, one medium-sized potato has just 110 calories and is fat, sodium and cholesterol free! They have more potassium than a banana, and they’re an excellent source of Vitamin C, fiber, B6 and iron. I don’t know about you, but I’m convinced. I’ve always known they’ve tasted fabulous, but now I know they’re a great source of vitamins and totally nutritious too.

My friend Nina is originally from Mumbai, India and she’s an expert samosa maker! I’ve also been lucky enough to sample Nina’s over the years. If you’ve never heard of a samosa, it’s a pastry with a savory filling of potatoes, peas, onions and spices. Fabulous spices like cumin, coriander, ginger, turmeric and cayenne. They’re deep-fried to a golden brown color and served hot with chutney on the side.

Learning how to fold a samosa can be a little tricky, but Nina was extremely patient. I used this tutorial to perfect my samosa wrapping skills. Practicing with a piece of paper was the ticket! Nina and I used pre-made samosa pastries from the Indian market, but you could also use egg roll wrappers.

For another international potato recipe, try these Bombay Spiced Potatoes:

Potato Samosas and Mango Chutney

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• Total Time: 100 minutes
• Yield: Serves 6
• Diet: Vegetarian, Omnivore

Description

Crispy potato samosas, spiced to perfection, are the star alongside a vibrant mango chutney and a cooling cilantro-peanut chutney.

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Ingredients

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• 3 cups (946 ml) Russet potatoes
• 2 Tbsp canola oil
• 1 tsp whole cumin seeds
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) red onion
• 1 tsp coriander
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cayenne
• 3/4 cup (177 ml) frozen peas
• 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger
• pinch of sugar
• 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro
• 1/2 lime (juiced)
• 1 package Ready-To-Fill Samosa Pastries
• 2 Tbsp flour and cold water to make a paste to seal the edges of the samosas
• 3/4 cup (177 ml) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) distilled white vinegar
• 3 cups (709 ml) mangoes
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) vidalia onion
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) red pepper
• 1/2 cup (118 ml) golden raisins
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 Tbsp fresh ginger
• 1/2 tsp whole mustard seeds
• 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 2 1/2 cups (591 ml) fresh cilantro
• 3/4 cup (177 ml) roasted unsalted peanuts
• 1/2 small jalapeno
• 1/4 inch piece fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 lime (juiced)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) water

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Instructions

1. Place potatoes in a large pot covered with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer and cook until fork tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool. When cooled, finely dice.
2. Heat 2 Tbsp. canola oil over medium heat. When oil is hot, add cumin seeds and cook until they start to make a popping sound. Add red onion and cook to soften. Add the potatoes, coriander, turmeric, salt, and cayenne and continue to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Transfer mixture to a bowl and add peas, ginger, sugar, fresh cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well with a fork to incorporate all ingredients. Set aside to cool.
4. Line a large baking sheet with paper towels and set aside.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together flour and some water to make a thin paste.
6. Keep pastry sheets covered with a damp paper towel to prevent drying out.
7. Fill and fold the samosa pastry sheets with a teaspoon or so of the potato mixture, sealing the last fold with the flour paste to seal.
8. Fill a heavy, deep skillet with about 2 inches of canola oil and heat over medium-low heat (approximately 300°F/150°C). Fry samosas in batches (being careful not to crowd the skillet) for 2 minutes per side or until lightly browned. If they are browning too quickly, reduce heat.
9. Remove from skillet with a slotted spoon to the prepared sheet.
10. Serve with chutneys.
11. Mango Chutney:
12. Combine sugar and vinegar in a large 5-quart pot. Bring to a boil until sugar dissolves, stirring often.
13. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, until the mixture thickens, about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from the heat and let cool. Store in glass jars.
14. Peanut Cilantro Chutney:
15. Puree all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.

Notes

• For crispier samosas, ensure the potato filling is completely cool before assembling to prevent soggy pastries.
• To make the mango chutney ahead, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. The flavors will meld beautifully.
• If you don’t have canola oil, you can substitute vegetable oil or another neutral-flavored high-heat oil for frying the samosas.

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 70 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 3 samosas
• Calories: 350
• Sugar: 15
• Sodium: 400
• Fat: 20
• Saturated Fat: 5
• Unsaturated Fat: 10
• Carbohydrates: 45
• Fiber: 5
• Protein: 7
• Cholesterol: 10

Find it online: https://honestcooking.com/potato-samosas-and-mango-chutney/

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