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A quintessential Awadhi delicacy, this crispy, flaky pastry is filled with a fragrant, spiced mutton mince. Unlike the common potato version, the Lucknowi Samosa offers a rich, savory, and royal bite, making it a perfect appetizer for festive occasions and special gatherings.
For 6 servings
Prepare the Samosa Dough
Cook the Mutton Keema Filling
A quintessential Awadhi delicacy, this crispy, flaky pastry is filled with a fragrant, spiced mutton mince. Unlike the common potato version, the Lucknowi Samosa offers a rich, savory, and royal bite, making it a perfect appetizer for festive occasions and special gatherings.
This awadhi recipe takes 70 minutes to prepare and yields 6 servings. At 427.54 calories per serving with 10.91g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or appetizer.
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Shape the Samosas
Deep Fry the Samosas
Serve
Replace mutton mince with chicken mince for a lighter version. The cooking time for the filling may be slightly shorter.
For a vegetarian alternative, use crumbled paneer (paneer bhurji), mashed potatoes with peas, or soya granules as the filling.
For a lower-calorie option, brush the shaped samosas with a little oil and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. You can also cook them in an air fryer.
The mutton mince filling is an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle building, tissue repair, and overall body function.
Mutton is a good source of heme iron, which is easily absorbed by the body and helps in preventing anemia and boosting energy levels.
Spices used in the filling, such as carom seeds (ajwain) and cumin, are known for their digestive properties, helping to prevent indigestion and bloating.
The combination of carbohydrates from the flour and fats from ghee and oil provides a significant energy boost, making it a satisfying snack.
Lucknowi Samosa is a deep-fried delicacy and is considered an indulgence rather than a health food. It is high in calories and fats due to the pastry and frying process. However, the mutton filling provides a good amount of protein and iron. It's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
A typical serving of two Lucknowi Samosas contains approximately 450-500 calories. This is an estimate and can vary based on the size of the samosas and the amount of oil absorbed during frying.
Yes, you can. Prepare the samosas completely (fill and shape them) and arrange them in a single layer on a tray. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Fry them directly from the refrigerator when you're ready to serve.
Absolutely. Arrange the shaped, uncooked samosas on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be stored for up to 2 months. Fry them directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Bubbles on the crust are usually caused by two things: the dough being too soft or the oil being too hot when you start frying. Ensure your dough is stiff and you fry the samosas on low, consistent heat.
Traditionally, keema samosas are served with a fresh and tangy mint-coriander chutney. The freshness of the herbs cuts through the richness of the mutton filling perfectly. Sweet tamarind chutney also pairs well.
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