Are vegetable samosas suitable for vegans?

Samosas can indeed be vegan, but this isn't always the case . Whilst the majority might be vegetarian and filled with spiced potato and other vegetables, they are often cooked in ghee, a clarified butter, making them not suitable for anyone on a plant-based diet.

Does samosa contain egg?

Vegetable Samosas are generally vegan assuming there are no animal products in the ingredients. The product might say that it 'may contain' certain animal-based ingredients (such as milk or eggs), but as long as they're not in the ingredients itself, the product is vegan .

How do you cook Amy's Indian Samosa wrap?

Microwave Oven: Remove overwrap. Place wrap on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with a microwave-safe plate. Cook for 1 minute .

What food is surprisingly vegan?

18 Snacks and Foods You Didn't Know Were Vegan Sriracha Mayo. I'm just as surprised as you are that Flying Goose's brilliant sriracha mayo is completely plant-based. ... Hackney Gelato Dark Chocolate Sorbetto. ... Lotus Biscoff Spread. ... Lindt Excellence 70% Dark Chocolate. ... Ritz Crackers. ... Jacob's Cream Crackers. ... Oreos. ... Twiglets. More items... Jan 11, 2023

What are vegetarian samosas made of?

They're also an excellent Indian vegetarian dish, as in this recipe, which includes cubed potatoes, peas, carrots, and onions . A good vegetable samosa often contains garam masala, which is a combination of several spices: coriander, cumin, cloves, pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, and bay leaves.

For the reasons listed above, no, commercial ghee is not dairy-free and is definitely not vegan . However, there are vegan options in stores, just as vegan butter, vegan cheese, and vegan yogurt are available!

Are spring roll and samosa wrappers the same?

Egg roll or spring roll wrappers are readily available in most stores just about worldwide. They are thicker than filo pastry but much thinner than the typical shortcrust used for Punjabi-style Samosas .

What's the difference between spring rolls and samosa?

Know the difference between Samosa&Springroll in the simplest way ✨ Samosa- The Triangle One(has beef in it) Springroll-The long one(it has vegetables in it)

Is samosa made from puff pastry?

There's no need to go out for great Indian food. These vegetable samosas are super easy to make at home. They are made using a shortcut with store-bought puff pastry instead of making the dough from scratch, but they are nonetheless delicious.

What can I use instead of samosa wrap?

Instead of making the authentic samosa pastry, we are using spring roll wrappers . If you've tasted spring rolls or egg rolls, then you know that when they are deep-fried, they become golden and crispy, which is what we want with our samosas.

Samosa Wraps Recipe (Amy's Copycat) | Yup, it's Vegan (2024)

July 15, 2017 By Shannon @ Yup, it's Vegan 13 Comments

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I’ve been on a kick making these samosa wraps for weekday lunches lately – they’re more or less a copycat Amy’s Indian Samosa Wrap, if you’ve ever tried those. It’s a tortilla stuffed with spiced samosa potato filling, green peas and tofu.

A tortilla stuffed with potatoes sounds like carbs on carbs on carbs, you say? Not so! These samosa wraps boast an impressive amount of fiber and protein, especially if you grab whole wheat tortillas. You can also easily swap in gluten-free tortillas if needed. It’s almost like an Indian burrito.

If you haven’t had a samosa before, the recipe varies by country and region. But it’s always some kind of pastry stuffed with a savory filling. By far the most common type I’ve had here in the US is deep-fried Indian potato samosas. The potatoes are spiced with coriander, cumin, turmeric, and chili; the dish is usually served with one or more chutneys for dipping.

One of the most delicious things in the world, but not so healthy! That’s how my lighter samosa wraps came to be. Serve these with ketchup or chutney, add a little mayo or vegan cheese to the wrap, or just eat them as-is. My method for making the potatoes keeps them nice and moist so you don’t have to worry about the wrap being dry, even if you omit sauce.

Samosa Wraps

These copycat Amy's Indian Samosa Wraps are delicious warm or cold, perfect for packed lunches! Spiced potatoes, tofu and green peas stuffed into a soft tortilla. The ingredients list looks long but this recipe comes together easily!

Ingredients

For the samosa wrap filling:

3 cups cubed potatoes (about 4 potatoes peeled or un-peeled- I used red)
8 oz extra-firm tofu pressed
1 tsp vegetable oil (I used grapeseed)
1 tsp coriander seeds
1 and 1/2 tsp grated or minced fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic minced
1 jalapeno seeds removed, finely chopped
3/4 tsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/4 tsp ground turmeric
3/4 tsp salt
2 small Roma tomatoes (or one large) diced
1/2 cup fresh or frozen green peas
1/2 cup water divided
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
6 whole wheat tortillas (or use gluten-free if needed)

Instructions

Boil the cubed potatoes until very tender, about 15-20 minutes; then drain. Also, if you haven't already, press the tofu using a tofu press or by wrapping it in a clean towel and placing a heavy object on top.
Meanwhile, gather the rest of the ingredients and then heat the oil in a large skillet (nonstick works best). Add the coriander seeds and cook just until fragrant and golden, about 30-60 seconds. Add the ginger, garlic and jalapeno, and cook for another 60 seconds until slightly softened. Add the ground cumin, cayenne, garam masala, and turmeric, and cook for 30 seconds more until fragrant.
Stir in the salt and diced tomatoes. Take the pressed tofu and crumble it into the pan. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 3-5 minutes or until the tofu is well incorporated with the spices.
Mash the cooked potatoes well and add them to the pan along with the green peas and 1/4 cup of water. Stir well, reduce the heat to medium-low, and continue cooking until everything is heated through, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the cilantro and the rest of the water. Season to taste with more salt and heat.
Once the filling is cool enough to handle, assemble the wraps by scooping about 1/6 of the filling into each tortilla and carefully rolling it, tucking in the sides as you go. (If needed, warm the tortillas briefly first to ease rolling). Serve warm or cold!

Nutrition

Adapted from Vegan Richa’s Indian Kitchen.