Sri Lankan crispy samosa on a plate

Samosa – A beautiful pastry filled spiced potatoes, peas

  • A crispy, deep-fried or baked savory pastry.
  • A popular Sri Lankan street food and snack.
  • Made with flour, water, and sometimes oil or ghee.
  • Often served with a spicy chutney or coconut sambol.
Suitable for
: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
: Potatoes, peas, lentils, onions, spices (like cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder), Minced chicken, lamb, or beef.
Category
: Breakfast, Short Eats, Street Foods
Place of Origin
: Sri Lanka
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