Ragda Samosa: A Hearty Snack For The Monsoon
By Suprita Mitter
July 1, 2024
This popular Indian street food combines crispy samosas with a flavourful white pea curry. This dish is a delightful blend of textures and flavours. Here’s a step-by-step recipe to make Ragda Samosa at home.
Ingredients
1 cup dried white peas 1 onion 2 tomatoes 1-inch ginger 2-3 cloves garlic, 2 green chilies 1 tsp cumin seeds 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp red chilli powder 1 tsp garam masala 1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp chaat masala
Ingredients
8-10 samosas 1 onion Coriander leaves 1/2 cup sev Tamarind chutney Green chutney Chaat masala Red chilli powder
Step 1
Cook soaked white peas in a pressure cooker with enough water to cover the peas, for 3-4 whistles.
Step 2
Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds, finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Step 3
Add grated ginger, minced garlic, and chopped green chilies. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
Step 4
Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Add the cooked white peas to the pan along with their cooking water, simmer for 10-15 minutes. Add chaat masala.
Step 5
Place 1-2 samosas on a plate and slightly crush them. Pour ragda,drizzle tamarind chutney and green chutney, sprinkle finely chopped onions, fresh coriander leaves, and sev on top.