South Asia — Muslim traditions
Sweet Samosas
Vanilla pod, lime and mangoes come together in this South Asian starter, deep-fried until golden.
30 min · Serves 4 · Medium
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Ingredients
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 20 min · Cook 10 min · 30 min total
- medium
- 1
Bring the water and sugar to a boil in a saucepan, and add the vanilla pod and lime juice. Simmer for about 20 minutes.
- 2
Allow to cool and remove the vanilla pod. Add the mango pieces. Leave to marinade in the syrup for 2 hours (or overnight).
- 3
Place a little of the filling on each strip of spring roll or filo pastry and fold up in a triangular shape. Use a little cornflour and water mixed to a paste to seal.
- 4
Heat the oil and deep fry the samosas until golden brown, drain on kitchen paper and serve with coconut cream or a selection of exotic fruits such as lychees, rambutans, mangoes, kiwi fruit or star fruit.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.
