Namaste Samosa Sizzle

This colorful and flavorful samosa filling is a quick and easy way to add some Indian flair to your next meal. Simply combine frozen mixed vegetables, chopped onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, ground cumin, ground coriander, red chili powder, and canned tomato sauce in a pot and cook until heated through. Serve over rice or with naan bread for a satisfying and delicious meal.

The samosa is a beloved Indian street food that is typically filled with a savory mixture of vegetables and spices. While traditional samosas are deep-fried, this recipe offers a healthier and quicker alternative by using frozen mixed vegetables and cooking the filling in a pot. The result is a flavorful and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 cup canned tomato sauce

Instructions

1. Heat a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the frozen vegetables, onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the pot.
3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the cumin, coriander, chili powder, and tomato sauce.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until heated through.
6. Serve over rice or with naan bread.

Why It Works

• Using frozen mixed vegetables saves time and effort, and ensures that you have a variety of vegetables in your filling.
• Chopping the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper adds flavor and texture to the filling.
• The combination of cumin, coriander, and red chili powder creates a warm and flavorful spice blend.
• Canned tomato sauce adds acidity and depth of flavor to the filling.
• Simmering the filling for 10 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop.