Indian Samosa Hand Pies with Spiced Potato Filling

Prep: 20m Cook: 20m Total: 40m Serves: 6
Ingredients

• 1 lb potatoes, peeled/cubed
• 1/2 cup peas (optional)
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 pack refrigerated pie dough (or puff pastry)

Directions

1. Boil potatoes in salted water for 10–12 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well.
2. Mash potatoes roughly to leave some texture.
3. Heat the oil in a pan, then add the cumin and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
4. Add garam masala, turmeric, salt (and peas if using). Stir 30 seconds.
5. Add potatoes and stir until evenly spiced. Taste and adjust salt. Cool fully.
6. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet.
7. Cut the dough into circles/rectangles. Add 1–2 tbsp filling.
8. Fold into triangles or half-moons. Crimp edges firmly.
9. Brush lightly with oil or egg wash (optional).
10. Bake 18–20 minutes until golden, flipping once if needed.