Crispy Lentil Samosas with Mint Honey Dip
Golden, crunchy samosas stuffed with spiced red lentils and aromatics, ready in 25 minutes. Serve with a bright mint-honey dipping sauce for the perfect TikTok dinner.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil lentils in salted water until completely soft, about 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium. Sauté onion until golden, about 4 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in ginger, garam masala, and turmeric until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add cooked lentils and mix well.
Step 4
Cut phyllo sheets in half lengthwise. Lay one strip, brush lightly with oil, add 1 tbsp lentil filling at the corner.
Step 5
Fold phyllo into triangles, tucking edges. Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling until 8 samosas are formed.
Step 6
Heat 0.5 inch oil in skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Fry samosas 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
Step 7
Mix honey and chopped mint in a small bowl. Serve warm samosas with mint-honey dip.
Tools you’ll need
- medium saucepan
- 12-inch skillet
- small bowl
- paper towels
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