Chana Samosa

Introduction

This local take on the samosa uses a spicy chana (black chickpea) filling and is a popular snack in rural Chhattisgarh, especially during fairs and festivals.

1. Prepare the Dough
   Ingredients:

• 2 cups maida (refined flour)
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt, water as needed

Instructions:

• Mix flour, salt, oil and knead a firm dough. Rest 20 mins.

2. Make the Filling
   Ingredients:

• 1 cup boiled black chana
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin
• ½ tsp chili powder, garam masala
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

• Heat oil, sauté cumin and onion.
• Add spices and chana. Mash slightly. Cool before use.

3. Assemble and Fry

• Roll dough into circles, cut in half, make cones.
• Fill with chana mixture and seal edges.
• Deep fry until golden.

Pro Tips

• Don’t overfill the samosa or it may burst while frying.
• Add some amchur for tanginess.

Serving Suggestions
 Serve with green chutney or spicy imli chutney.

Fun Fact
 Street vendors in Raipur call these “Desi Protein Samosas” for their nutritious filling!