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Gluten-free Vegan Samosa, Two Ways

Course Snacks and Sides
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 samosas
Author Nada E.

Ingredients

For the potato filling

  • 1 medium potato peeled and mashed
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 1/2 cup peas and carrots frozen will do
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 tsp organic coconut oil
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2-1 tsp curry powder
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

For the cheese filling

  • 1 3 oz serving of firm tofu
  • 2 tbsp of tofutti cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 sheets of rice paper

Instructions

  • Start by preparing the filling - in a medium pot heat coconut oil before adding the cumin, coriander and curry powder along with the onion. Sautee until translucent before adding in the peas and carrots.
  • Stir on medium heat for a few more minutes before adding in the mashed potato at turmeric. Mix well with a fork to combine and season with salt and black pepper as desired.
  • For the cheese filling, combine all ingredients in a shallow bowl and mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Set aside the filling to cool and prepare the rice paper sheets - you'll need a large shallow tray with lukewarm water. Soak each sheet in the water on each side for a few seconds before transferring to a cutting board. Cut the sheet in half using a sharp knife (it's important to do this before the sheet goes completely soft).
  • You should now have two half-circle sheets which will start to soften up. Spoon the filling 1-2 tsp or so into the corner of each sheet and fold in alternating directions to make a triangle, then roll the loose edges to seal.
  • To cook either place in an air fryer for 6 minutes on 200 C or bake in a pre-heated oven or grill (180 C) until slightly golden and crispy. If baking, brush with a tiny bit of coconut oil to avoid sticking.
  • Serve immediately, as the rice paper naturally wilts when it gets colder and loses a bit of it's crisp.

Notes

For the potto filling, if you prefer a spicy blend, add some chili powder to the spice mix.