Making the perfect meat samosa involves creating a flavorful filling and achieving a crispy, golden-brown crust. We give you a step by step guide:

For the filling:

• 1 lb (450g) ground meat (beef, lamb, or chicken)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch ginger, grated
• 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 large potato, boiled and diced
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• Cooking oil

For the dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup oil or ghee
• Water, as needed
• Salt, a pinch

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, a pinch of salt, and oil or ghee.
• Gradually add water and knead to form a smooth, pliable dough.
• Cover the dough and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the filling:

• In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
• Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
• Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chilies. Sauté for another minute.
• Add ground meat and cook until browned.
• Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
• Add boiled and diced potatoes and frozen peas. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
• Stir in fresh coriander leaves and remove from heat. Allow the filling to cool.

3. Assemble:

• Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
• Roll each ball into a thin oval or circle (about 6 inches in diameter).
• Cut the rolled dough in half to create two semi-circles.
• Form a cone shape by folding one semi-circle and sealing the edges with a little water.
• Fill the cone with the prepared meat filling and seal the open edge to form a triangular shape.

4. Fry:

• Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
• Fry the samosas in batches over medium heat until they are golden brown and crispy.
• Remove from the oil and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

5. Serve:

• Serve the meat samosas hot with your favourite chutney or sauce. Adjust the spices according to your taste preferences, and feel free to experiment with the filling ingredients. For example, for vegetarians, totally eliminate the meat and fill your samosa with other delicious vegetables.