what are somosas?

Answer 1

A samosa is a common snack in South Asia, mainly in Pakistan and India. It is believed that it originated in Central Asia prior to the 10th century.

It generally consists of a fried triangular-/pyramid-shaped pastry shell with a savory potato, onion and pea stuffing, but other stuffings like minced meat and fish are often used. The size and shape of a samosa, as well as the consistency of the pastry used, can vary considerably. It is spicy and is often eaten with chutney, such as mint, coriander or tamarind. It is often savored with tea or coffee. It can also be prepared as a sweet form, rather than as a savory one. In the city of Hyderabad, India, a smaller version of the samosa with a thicker pastry crust and mince filled center is called a Luqmi.

Samosas are often served in chaat, along with the traditional accompaniments of yogurt, chutney, chopped onions and coriander, and chaat masala.

Samosas have become popular in the United Kingdom and East Africa, Persian Gulf countries as well. They are often called "Samboosa" or sambusac by the Arabs. Frozen samosas are increasingly available in grocery stores in the United States.

Baked samosas are a healthier alternative to the traditional fried ones.

A samosa is a common snack in South Asia, mainly in Pakistan and India. It is believed that it originated in Central Asia prior to the 10th century.[1]

It generally consists of a fried triangular-/pyramid-shaped pastry shell with a savory potato, onion and pea stuffing, but other stuffings like minced meat and fish are often used. The size and shape of a samosa, as well as the consistency of the pastry used, can vary considerably. It is spicy and is often eaten with chutney, such as mint, coriander or tamarind. It is often savored with tea or coffee. It can also be prepared as a sweet form, rather than as a savory one. In the city of Hyderabad, India, a smaller version of the samosa with a thicker pastry crust and mince filled center is called a Luqmi.

Samosas are often served in chaat, along with the traditional accompaniments of yogurt, chutney, chopped onions and coriander, and chaat masala.

Samosas have become popular in the United Kingdom and East Africa, Persian Gulf countries as well. They are often called "Samboosa" or sambusac by the Arabs. Frozen samosas are increasingly available in grocery stores in the United States.

Baked samosas are a healthier alternative to the traditional fried ones.

Answer 2

My dad is from India and my parents make gorgeous samosas! The pastry is made of plain flour, water and oil and the filling is potatoes, peas & onions. In India it would usually be vegetarian and spicy, tho we like it mild. They are time consuming to make but worth it! The pastry is rolled out and cut up so that the filling can be put on and the pastry is folded over to create individual triangular samosas. They are then deep fried and are great hot or cold. If hot, with various chutneys (as other people have decribed) or when I was younger I loved them dipped in natural yoghurt (which was made kind of runny by diluting a bit with milk) and gd old Heinz tomato ketchup! Supermarket ones don't even begin to compare unfortunately :( They have made my parents v popular with all the neighbours lol.

Answer 3

Hey Turtlehead, you don't need to ask the same question multiple times! duh

What are somosas?
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Answer 4

I would say a somosa was the equivalent to a small spicy pastie, they are Delicious to eat .try one and you will want more!

Answer 5

Triangle shaped snacks,made from pastry,normally filled with curried meat.Popular amongst the Indian comunity.Get one from local curry house,try a lamb or chicken,delicious!

Answer 6

Type of Indian food; pastry filled with potatoes, veggies, sometimes curried potato or meats,. deep fried.
Yeah...why did you ask this three times?

Answer 7

Samosa is a food from Asia.Samosa can be triangled or in a spring roll and they stuff with vegetables/mince/meat/chicken and put herbs in it, and then they fry it and then they dip it in chilli sauce,tomato sauce,sweet chilli sauce, extra chilli sauce and i tried it with salsa sauce and it is ok!!!!!!!!

Answer 8

It's a SouthEast Asian fried appetizer commonly served in India and in other Asian countries

Answer 9

it's Samosa(arabic/indian) or sambosa (indonesian)
and not somosa

the shape is triangle with meat or mix with vegetables inside
some vegetarian make with potatoes, cand vegetables inside

Answer 10

I miss living in London where we used to get them fresh everyday for breakfast. They are they best if made right.