Samosa Pie Recipe

Introduction

Samosa Pie is a comforting and flavorful dish that captures the essence of traditional Indian samosas in a convenient pie form. Filled with spiced ground chicken, tender potatoes, and peas, it’s a perfect meal for any day of the week.

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp ghee or butter
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 1 jalapeño pepper (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 lb ground chicken (or turkey)
• 2 tbsp garam masala (or curry powder)
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• Salt to taste
• 1 1/2 lbs potato (about 2 medium russets, diced)
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup green peas (frozen or fresh)
• 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
• 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed, 1/2 a 17-oz package) or single pie crust

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat ghee or butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until golden and caramelized, about 20 minutes. Then add the jalapeño and garlic; cook for 1 more minute.
2. Step 2: Stir in ground chicken, garam masala, turmeric, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
3. Step 3: Add the diced potatoes and water. Cover the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes. Stir in green peas and minced cilantro. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed.
4. Step 4: Transfer the filling mixture to a 2-quart (2 L) baking dish. Roll out the puff pastry or pie crust and place it over the top. Cut a few steam vents in the crust.
5. Step 5: Bake in a preheated 400°F oven until the crust is golden brown, about 25 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For a vegetarian version, substitute ground chicken with cooked lentils or chickpeas.
• Add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne for extra heat.
• If you prefer a crispier crust, brush the pastry with an egg wash before baking.
• Use sweet potatoes instead of russets for a sweeter flavor.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through to keep the crust crisp. Avoid microwaving for best texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought curry powder instead of garam masala?

Yes, curry powder works well as a substitute, though garam masala gives a more authentic and complex flavor typical of samosas.

Can I prepare the filling in advance?

Absolutely. You can make the filling a day ahead and refrigerate it. When ready, place it in the baking dish and top with pastry before baking.

Samosa Pie Recipe

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A flavorful and comforting Samosa Pie that combines the classic spices and ingredients of traditional samosas in a hearty baked pie form. Ground chicken, potatoes, peas, and aromatic spices are simmered together, then baked under a flaky puff pastry crust for a delicious, easy-to-make meal.

• Author: Tim
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Indian-inspired

Ingredients

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Filling Ingredients

• 3 tbsp ghee or butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
• 2 tbsp garam masala or curry powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• Salt to taste (approx. 1 1/2 tsp + extra for seasoning)
• 1 1/2 lbs potatoes (about 2 medium russet), diced
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup green peas, frozen or fresh
• 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro

Pie Crust

• 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed, half of a 17-oz package) or 1 single pie crust

Instructions

1. Caramelize Onions: Heat the ghee or butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until golden and caramelized, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
2. Add Jalapeño and Garlic: Stir in the finely chopped jalapeño and minced garlic, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Cook Chicken with Spices: Add the ground chicken, garam masala, turmeric, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt to the pot. Cook, breaking up the meat, until the chicken is no longer pink and fully cooked through.
4. Simmer Potatoes: Stir in the diced potatoes and water. Cover the pot and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
5. Add Peas and Cilantro: Stir in the green peas and minced cilantro. Taste the filling and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt if needed.
6. Assemble the Pie: Transfer the filling mixture to a 2-quart (2-liter) baking dish. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and place it over the top of the filling. Cut a few steam vents in the pastry to allow steam to escape during baking.
7. Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the pie until the pastry crust is golden brown and crisp, about 25 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

• You can substitute ground turkey or even ground lamb for the chicken if preferred.
• Use frozen peas if fresh are not available; just make sure they are thawed before stirring in.
• For a vegetarian version, substitute ground meat with lentils or crumbled paneer (not included in original recipe).
• Make sure to cut steam vents in the pastry to avoid sogginess and help crisp the crust.
• Leftover pie can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best results.

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