Crispy samosa, without a doubt, is considered to be one of the most popular snacks in India. They are enjoyed by individuals of all age groups. For generations, these golden brown pockets of flavor have been a staple in street vendor carts, restaurants, and home kitchen. Typically filled with spiced potatoes, green peas, and an array of aromatic spices. Although the classic samosa is traditionally deep-fried to achieve a delightful crispy texture, we are excited to present a unique variation - the Air Fryer Samosa Pinwheels.
This easy vegetarian appetizer is made by putting savory potato filling, in store-bought puff pastry sheets. Serve it with mint coriander chutney or tamarind chutney, or good old tomato ketchup for a teatime delicacy.Do try out other Indian air fryer snack recipes such as Chana jor garam ,Air fryer paneer recipe, air fryer gobi manchurian ,Katori chaat recipe, Achari mathri ,Gujarati patra recipe.
With its slightly healthier and convenient approach, this delightful variation of the original samosa manages to retain all the deliciousness that you love. If you happen to be a fan of samosas or simply in search of a hassle-free vegetarian appetizer, rest assured that these puff pastry pinwheels will undoubtedly satisfy your taste buds.
You can make these samosa pinwheels and keep them frozen until you want to serve it to guests. Homemade also ensures there is no preservatives. You can serve it for your Holi and Diwali party and even birthday celebrations. Crunch is perfect. Crisp on outside and soft filling on the inside. Perfect with a cup of masala chai, buttered toast or just with some green chutney and date chutney.
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Ingredients
Refer to recipe card below for exact quantities.
For filling (potato filling)
- oil
- onion
- potato
- frozen peas (optional)
- mustard seeds
- cumin seeds
- ginger
- Curry powder / turmeric powder
For pastry
- oil
- frozen puff pastry sheets
I got the puff pastry sheets from the frozen section of a super market store. You can use Borg's or Pampas.
Instructions
While we won't go into the specific details of the recipe in this article, it is important to note that the process of creating samosa pinwheels involves several steps. These include preparing the flavorful potato filling, rolling out the puff pastry, and skillfully shaping it into the recognizable pinwheel shape. Finally, after all the preparation, these pinwheels are carefully air-fried until they reach a state of golden brown perfection.
For filling
- Heat oil in a skillet. Add mustard seed,let it crackle.Add chopped onions and ginger to it. Cook until they are pink over a medium flame.
- Add curry powder,salt and any other spices of your choice.Cook for few minutes.
- Add chopped potatoes (pre boiled and peeled) to it and mix it well .Mash them coarsely with a potato masher.
- Add peas to it and mix well.Cover and cook for 5- 7 minutes. Keep aside to cool
For pinwheel samosa
- Thaw the frozen pastry sheets(for 5 minutes). Spread the filling on top of a pastry sheet.
2. Cover the filling with another pastry sheet.
3. Using a knife or a pizza cutter, cut the sheet with the filling lengthwise in approx 8-10 strips.
4. Roll each strip into a pinwheel,set aside.
5. Preheat the air fryer at 190 deg C| 375 deg F for 5 mins. Place the samosa pinwheels in a single layer, in the air fryer basket.
6. Air fry the pinwheels for 12-14 mins at 190 degree C| 375 degrees F after spraying oil on it or until they are golden brown.
Hint: Remove bits from earlier cook for best results. Always preheat your air fryer before you cook.
Substitutions
If, for any reason, you are unable to locate specific ingredients at your nearby grocery store, there is no need to worry or feel anxious. It is quite common to find simple substitutions that can be used. I like to substitute the normal full fat puff pastry with a low fat option.
You may add a spoonful of garam masala / chat masala to the filling for a spicy potato filling. Other spices that can be added as per taste are red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, dry mango powder (amchur powder)
Adding fennel seeds (saunf) and carom seeds (ajwain), helps in digestion as all purpose flour + potatoes can be gassy.
Variations
One reason why samosa pinwheels are so popular is because they can be enjoyed in various ways due to their versatility. There are numerous possibilities for experimenting with different fillings when preparing this dish. You may put any other filling you like minced meat filling for non-vegetarian option -keema samosa.
You can add chilies as per taste or keep the spices low for kids.
For a jain samosa pinwheels, avoid adding onions to this recipe.
Equipment
- air fryer
- brush
- potato masher
- chopping board & knife / food chopper
- kadai / wok
- instant pot/ pressure cooker / saucepan for boiling potatoes
Storage
Store leftover pinwheels samosas in an airtight container in refrigerator. Good for 2-3 days.
You can freeze them in a tray lined with parchment paper and cover it with a cling film. Air fry before you serve.
Top tip
To use your air fryer to your best potential read to our articles on preheating an airfryer, troubleshooting air fryer if it does not turn on, can you place a plate in an airfryer
FAQ
Although it is possible to make your puff pastry from scratch, it is generally more convenient to opt for store-bought options.
The cooking time for your air fryer model may differ, but typically, it will take approximately 10-15 minutes.
Feel free to prepare the pinwheels, freeze them, and then air fry them at your convenience.
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Equipment
- oil spray
Ingredients
- 2 frozen puff pastry sheets made 10 pin wheels with 2 pastry sheets. Each sheet is approx 25 cm x 25 cm
Ingredients for filling
- 2 tablespoon oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- ½ teaspoon mustard seeds optional
- 1 teaspoon ginger chopped
- 2 medium potatoes boiled,peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon curry powder or any other seasoning of choice.Adjust spice as per
- Salt as per taste
- 2 tablespoon green peas frozen/fresh
Instructions
Prepare the filling
- Heat oil in a skillet. Add mustard seed,let it crackle.Add chopped onions and ginger to it. Cook until they are pink over a medium flame.
- Add curry powder,salt and any other spices of your choice.Cook for few minutes.
- Add chopped potatoes (pre boiled and peeled) to it and mix it well .Mash them coarsely with masher
- Add peas to it and mix well.Cover and cook for 5- 7 minutes. Keep aside to cool
Prepare the pinwheels
- Thaw the frozen pastry sheets(for 5 minutes) & speards the filling on top of a pastry sheet.
- Cover the filling with another pastry sheet
- Using a knife or a pizza cutter, cut the sheet with the filling lengthwise in approx 8-10 strips.
- Roll each strip into a pinwheel,set aside.
- Preheat the air fryer at 190 C| 375 F for 5 mins. Place the pinwheels in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry the pinwheels for 12-14 mins at 190 C| 375 F after spraying oil on it or until they are golden brown
- Serve hot with tomato ketchup.
Notes
If you want to bake later,you may cover them with wet towel and refrigerate. I like to add boiled sweet potatoes to the mix with boiled potatoes.
Conclusion
The Air Fryer samosa pinwheels provide a delightful and innovative variation to the traditional samosa. The crispy and flaky puff pastry pinwheels contain a delectable filling of savory potato mixture combined with a variety of aromatic spices, resulting in a taste reminiscent of traditional samosas, albeit with a slight difference in appearance. If you're looking for a simple and tasty appetizer to serve at your upcoming gathering, this recipe is the perfect choice. If you give it a try, you will be rewarded with a delicious treat that is guaranteed to please a large group of people. Serve some delicious gulab jamun ice cream later for your little ones' birthday treat.
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