Puff pastry sheets are one of my freezer staples! I love to keep some on hand, just incase. They are quick, easy and delicious! Buttery, flaky and chewy! And the best part is you can stuff them with almost anything, and it is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
If you have never worked with puff pastry sheets, here are some pictures to show you how to assemble. Don’t worry its easy peasy! I promise.
Simply cut each sheet, into thirds. And then cut each third into more thirds. Makes sense right?? Who knew cooking, would be a math lesson as well? After you have placed a spoonful (about 1.5 tbsp) of the mixture in the middle, simply fold one corner over the other to form a triangle, and then pinch with a fork to seal. I find there is no need to use an egg wash, simply spray with an oil spray and place into your air fryer, or oven!
You may notice there are some ingredients listed below, that you may not have on hand. I find to get that authentic samosa filling taste, some of the spices are necessary. Now of course, if you not have these spies on hand, such as amchur powder or black salt, feel free to omit. I do not think it will make a big difference in taste!
Oh and how cute are these plates?! I saw them at home goods, and couldn’t help myself!
I have included instructions for baking in a conventional oven, or in an air fryer! Serve with some store bought cilantro chutney & ketchup! Hope you enjoy this quick & easy recipe!
Samosa Puffs
Ingredients
For samosa filling
- 2 tbsps oil
- 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 green chili diced
- 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/3 cup frozen peas thawed
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp chaat masala
- 1/2 tsp black salt sanchur powder
- 4 medium potatoes boiled, skinned, and lightly mashed
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp amchur powder
- 1/4 cup 2% milk
- 1/4 cup light sour cream
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
For Puff Pastries & assembly:
- 1 package Puff Pastry Sheets thawed
- 1/2 cup Kraft reduced fat cheddar cheese
- Oil spray or oil
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add in cumin seeds, bay leaves, green chili and ginger. Let simmer for 30 seconds. Next add in peas, sesame seeds, garam masala, chat masala and black salt. Mix well. Add in potatoes. Using a rubber spatula, mash the potatoes while mixing. Add in lemon juice, cumin, amchur powder, milk, sour cream and cilantro. Mix well to incorporate all ingredients. (Should take about 5-7 minutes in total to make the mixture) Once done, set aside.
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Working with one puff pastry sheet, cut into thirds. You will have three long rectangles (see pictures above). Then cut each rectangle into thirds. You will end up with 3 medium squares. Divide a spoonful of the samosa mixture into the middle of each pastry, sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Fold the pastry over the filling, to form a triangle and crimp with a fork to seal. Repeat until desired amount of pastries are filled. This filling recipe makes about 20 pastries.
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Spray with an oil spray, and place into air fryer. Bake at 400F for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
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If using an oven to bake, place pastries onto a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes at 400F, or until golden brown.
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Serve with cilantro chutney & ketchup!
