Baked Butternut Squash Samosas

Samosas originated in the Middle East and were brought to India by traders. They became popular street food in India and are now enjoyed worldwide.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Baked Butternut Squash Samosas

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Indian Courses: Any, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Butternut squash
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 0.5 cup Frozen peas
• 0.5 cup Fresh coriander leaves
• 8 sheet Phyllo pastry sheets
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel and dice the butternut squash into small cubes.
3. Place the diced squash on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
5. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
6. Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook for another minute.
7. Add the roasted butternut squash, frozen peas, and fresh coriander leaves to the pan. Mix well.
8. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.
9. Take a phyllo pastry sheet and cut it into strips.
10. Place a spoonful of the filling at one end of the strip and fold it diagonally to form a triangle.
11. Continue folding the strip in a triangular shape until you reach the end.
12. Repeat with the remaining strips and filling.
13. Place the samosas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
14. Brush the samosas with olive oil.
15. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
16. Let the samosas rest for 5 minutes before serving.
17. Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 6g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.