samosa
Sign in to saveA samosa () () is a fried Indian pastry with a savoury filling that mostly consists of vegetables like spiced potatoes, onions, and peas, but can include cheese such as paneer, meat or even fish. Its name originates from the Middle Persian word sambosag () (meaning 'triangular pastry'). It is made in different shapes, including triangular, cone, or crescent, depending on the region. Samosas are often accompanied by chutney, and have origins in medieval times or earlier. Sweet versions containing traditional Indian flavours or even chocolate are also made. Samosas are popular snacks in South As
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A samosa is a fried pastry snack with a savory filling typically made from spiced potatoes, onions, and peas, though it can also contain cheese, meat, or fish, and is often served with chutney. Originating in medieval times with roots in Middle Persian cuisine, samosas remain popular across South Asia today and come in various shapes and flavors, including both savory and sweet versions.
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Key facts
- Food.name
- Samosa(s)
- Food.image
- Samosa-and-Chatni.jpg
- Food.image_size
- 280px
- Food.caption
- Samosas with fresh green chutney
- Food.type
- Savoury pastry
- Food.alternate_name
- sambusa, samusa, siṅgaṛā/siṅāṛā, samose
- Food.region
- India, South Asia, West Asia, East Africa, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, West Africa
- Food.course
- Entrée, side dish, snack
- Food.served
- Hot
- Food.main_ingredient
- Flour, vegetables (e.g. potatoes, onions, peas, lentils), spices, chili peppers, mince, and cheese
- Food.place_of_origin
- Central Asia and the Middle East
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13 sectionsContents
- Etymology
- History
- Regional varieties
- Indian subcontinent
- Central Asia
- Southeast Asia
- Africa
- Middle East
- Portuguese-speaking regions
- English-speaking regions
- See also
- References
- External links
A samosa () () is a fried Indian pastry with a savoury filling that mostly consists of vegetables like spiced potatoes, onions, and peas, but can include cheese such as paneer, meat or even fish. Its name originates from the Middle Persian word sambosag () (meaning 'triangular pastry'). It is made in different shapes, including triangular, cone, or crescent, depending on the region. Samosas are often accompanied by chutney, and have origins in medieval times or earlier. Sweet versions containing traditional Indian flavours or even chocolate are also made. Samosas are popular snacks in South Asia and within the Indian diaspora across the world.
== Etymology ==