By Wendy Stoltz, Gusti Ayu Wahyuni Mertawati / Last Modified On April 5, 2023

These triangular-shaped, gluten-free samosas are bites of joy with a mouthwatering veggie filling. They make the best snack or appetizer and the perfect main meal with a good side. Try out different fillings and spices for new flavors. Be sure to double or triple the recipe, as you need a good freezer stash of these on hand!

So, what are samosas? Samosas are a snack or appetizer in many South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines. They are triangular-shaped, savory pastries that are filled with a variety of ingredients. The filling is wrapped in a dough and then fried until crispy and golden brown. Samosas are traditionally served with dipping sauce. They can be eaten as a snack or as part of a meal. 

Try these gluten-free samosas with a dipping sauce like this gluten-free hummus. Here are some other recipes you need to try. These gluten-free falafels taste so good and are a must-try. We also love these gluten-free egg roll wrappers if you want to make more appetizers with the perfect flaky and crispy shell. Stuck for a dinner idea tonight? These gluten-free enchiladas are easier to make than you think. 

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Gluten-Free Samosas Recipe

Well, what is not to love about gluten-free samosas? They are customizable, freeze well, and so versatile to eat anytime. We enjoy serving our GF samosas with our favorite chutney or dipping sauce, which I have included the recipe for. It makes a delicious snack or appetizer. On those weeknights when things have been hectic, I remember my freezer stash and add a nice side. Which makes such a quick and easy meal with no complaints!

What I love most about gluten-free samosa are all the different fillings I can experiment with. But it does not stop there I love trying them out with different spices to create my own unique samosa recipes.

We will share a recipe for gluten-free samosas, along with some tips for making and serving them. So scroll on and get them done soon. Biting into your first one is worth all the effort!

Why You’re Going to Love This Gluten-Free Samosas

Freeze well - If you ever need a quick snack, appetizer, or dinner, make sure to have a freezer stash of these on hand. They are so quick to cook from frozen. 

Customize them - There are so many ways to customize these little triangular-filled savory pastries with different fillings; scroll down for a sweet option. Yes, you read that right!

Versatile to eat anytime - These GF samosas make the best snack or appetizer, or make them as a main meal. They are an awesome side to any Indian meal too.

Ingredients in Gluten-Free Samosas

Samosa Filling

Potatoes - 1½ pounds medium potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch chunks.

Butter - Use unsalted butter as we add salt in. It helps you to control your intake.

Spices, herbs, and seasoning - Cumin, fennel seeds, curry powder, cayenne powder, ground turmeric, garam masala, ginger paste, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper.

Onion - 1 onion finely chopped.

Veggies - Thawed peas and carrots that are shredded.

Lemon - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice.

Water - ¼ cup water.

Oil - Choose an oil for frying that has a high smoked point. I like to add olive oil to the filling.

Gluten-Free Samosa Pastry

Flour - 3 cups gluten-free plain flour.

Xanthan Gum - Add 2 tsp xanthan gum if your flour does not have it in already.

Baking powder - 1 tsp baking powder.

Salt - 1 tsp salt.

Egg - 1 egg at room temperature.

Olive oil - 4 tbsp olive oil.

Water - 1-1 ½ cups warm water - The measurement of water may be different for you as it depends on the type of flour you use. So add it until you get the desired consistency.

Dipping Sauce

Oil - 1 tsp oil.

Seasoning - 1 clove of garlic, finely minced, salt, cayenne powder, and cumin.

Tamarind paste - 1 tbsp concentrated tamarind paste.

Water - ¼ cup hot water.

Sugar - Use brown sugar.

Equipment Needed for Gluten-Free Samosas

Wok - I like to make the filling in my wok. This is optional.

Mixing bowls - These Pyrex mixing bowls come in handy.

Skillet - I like to use a non-stick skillet. 

Slotted spoon - This slotted spoon is useful for removing excess oil. 

Rolling pin - I use the traditional wooden rolling pin, but you can also choose from the fancier options.

If you have any questions about making Gluten-Free Samosas, please leave a comment, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

How to Make Gluten-Free Samosas

Making The Filling:

1. Boil the potato until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat a large wok over medium to low. Add olive oil and butter.
3. Add cumin, fennel seeds, curry powder, cayenne powder, ground turmeric, masala, and ginger paste. Saute until fragrant.
4. Add garlic, and saute again for a few minutes.
5. Add onion until translucent and fragrant.
6. Add thawed peas and shredded carrot. Cook until tender.
7. Add boiled potatoes to the wok. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, and water. You may add salt and pepper according to your liking.
8. Add the coriander and cook for a few minutes
9. When all the filling is cooked, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool.

Making The Pastry

1. In a large bowl, mix gluten-free plain flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add egg and olive oil. Mix them until become crumbly.
3. Add warm water little by little. Then knead until it becomes smooth. Knead lightly to bring it together as a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and rest for 30 minutes.

How To Assemble The Gluten-Free Samosa

1. Divide the dough into 8 parts on a floured flat surface (floured generously). Roll one part of the dough out to a 6 inches round. Cut in half, diagonally.
2. Working with one of the two cut pieces, lightly wet the straight edge you just cut.
3. Fold 1 edge to the other over your finger, so it becomes a cone, and pinch them to seal.
4. Hold it on your hand and fill it with 1 spoonful of samosa filling.
5. Close them by folding the round side and pinching to seal.
6. Repeat the process with the rest of the dough.

How To Make The Dipping Sauce

1. Heat oil in the saucepan. Add garlic and saute.
2. Add tamarind paste, hot water, salt, chili powder, brown sugar, and ground cumin
3. Cook until thickened.

How To Cook The Gluten-Free Samosas

1. Fry a few at a time - turning every few minutes - until crispy and golden, about 8-10 minutes.
2. Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried samosas to a platter lined with paper towels.
3. Serve hot, with dipping sauce.

Tips for Making the Best Gluten-Free Samosas

Cool the filling - Ensure it has cooled before adding it to the dough. 

Seal the edges - Make sure to seal the edges properly, or else the filling will seep out.

Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature - When it is 350-375°F, it is the correct temperature to fry these GF samosas. They will then cook evenly and get nice and crispy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Store Gluten-Free Samosas?

Yes, you can refrigerate them for 3-4 days. Any longer, and I suggest you rather freeze them uncooked. 

Can I Freeze Gluten-Free Samosas?

Yes, you can. They freeze really well. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Can You Make These Gluten-Free Samosas Ahead of Time?

Make the samosas up to the step just before frying them. Place them in freezer bags and freeze them for up to 3 months. Remove them from the freezer and fry them from frozen when needed. Add on a little more time than the recipes below due to them being cooked from frozen. 

What Substitutions / Replacements Can I Make in This Gluten-Free Samosas?

Potatoes - You can use sweet potato or even butternut squash if you prefer.

Olive oil - Use any neutral-tasting oil in the recipe and oil with a high smoke point for the frying.

Vegan - Butter and eggs will need to be replaced with a plant-based alternative. I have not tried any of these yet.

Spices - You can change up the spices to flavors you enjoy too.

What Is The Difference Between Using Gluten-Free Dough vs. Rice Paper?

Those are two common options for making gluten-free samosas. You can make samosa dough using this gluten-free flour recipe or, as a quick alternative, use rice paper. To make rice paper samosas, you must soak the rice paper in warm water until it becomes flexible. Then fill them as you would if you made them the traditional way. All you do next is roll them up like a cylinder and then fry them.

The rice paper version is a quicker and easier alternative to make, and the texture is far lighter. But the choice is up to you.

What Variations Can You Make To This Gluten-Free Samosa Recipe?

Change up your samosa game with these variations and explore different flavors and textures.

• Vegetable samosas - You can use so many different vegetables to make samosas, such as carrots, bell peppers, cauliflower, and spinach. You can also add different spices and herbs to create different flavor profiles.
• Meat samosas - If you eat meat, you can add cooked ground beef, ground lamb, or ground chicken to the samosa filling. Cook the filling before adding it to the gluten-free dough.
• Cheese samosas - You can add grated cheese to the filling for a cheesy twist on samosas. Paneer is a type of Indian cheese you can use, or use cheddar, feta, or mozzarella.
• Sweet samosas - Why not make sweet samosas? Have you tried them with a sweet potato, apple filling, banana, or chocolate filling yet? You must, but if you prefer to keep it simple, sprinkle the samosas with cinnamon and sugar before serving.

How Can I Serve These Gluten-Free Samosas?

You can serve samosas as an appetizer, main dish, or snack.

Appetizer or snack - If you making it a snack, be sure to add a great dipping sauce. I have included a recipe, but if you are in a rush, you can use chutney. I like mango chutney, tamarind chutney, or mint chutney. They even go well with gluten-free hummus. 

Main dish - If you prefer to serve these gluten-free samosas as a main dish, I suggest you add a nice side dish. A side salad or vegetable dish, such as saag paneer, aloo gobi, or dal, works well.

If you are serving a traditional Indian-themed meal, serves these GF samosas with biryani, chickpea curry, butter chicken, gluten-free naan, or gluten-free roti.

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Yield: 4 servings

Gluten-Free Samosas

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These triangular-shaped, gluten-free samosas are bites of joy with a mouthwatering veggie filling. They make the best snack, appetizer, or main meal.

Prep Time 2 hours 30 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

Filling

• 1½ pounds medium potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch chunks
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp butter
• ¼ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp fennel seeds
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• ½ tsp cayenne powder
• ¼ tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp ginger paste
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 4 oz thawed peas
• 1 carrot, shredded
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ¼ cup water
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
• oil for frying

Gluten-Free Samosa Pastry

• 3 cups gluten-free plain flour
• 2 tsp xanthan gum
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 egg
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1-1 ½ cups warm water

DIPPING SAUCE

• 1 tsp oil
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 1 tbsp concentrated tamarind paste
• ¼ cup hot water
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp cayenne powder
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• ½ tsp ground cumin

Instructions

Making The Filling:

1. Boil the potato until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat a large wok over medium to low. Add olive oil and butter.
3. Add cumin, fennel seeds, curry powder, cayenne powder, ground turmeric, masala, and ginger paste. Saute until fragrant.
4. Add garlic, and saute again for a few minutes.
5. Add onion until translucent and fragrant.
6. Add thawed peas and shredded carrot. Cook until tender.
7. Add boiled potatoes to the wok. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, and water. You may add salt and pepper according to your liking.
8. Add the coriander and cook for a few minutes
9. When all the filling is cooked, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool.

Making The Pastry

1. In a large bowl, mix gluten-free plain flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add egg and olive oil. Mix them until become crumbly.
3. Add warm water little by little. Then knead until it becomes smooth. Knead lightly to bring it together as a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and rest for 30 minutes.

How To Assemble The Gluten-Free Samosa

1. Divide the dough into 8 parts on a floured flat surface (floured generously). Roll one part of the dough out to a 6 inches round. Cut in half, diagonally.
2. Working with one of the two cut pieces, lightly wet the straight edge you just cut.
3. Fold 1 edge to the other over your finger, so it becomes a cone, and pinch them to seal.
4. Hold it on your hand and fill it with 1 spoonful of samosa filling.
5. Close them by folding the round side and pinching to seal.
6. Repeat the process with the rest of the dough.

How To Make The Dipping Sauce

1. Heat oil in the saucepan. Add garlic and saute.
2. Add tamarind paste, hot water, salt, chili powder, brown sugar, and ground cumin
3. Cook until thickened.

How To Cook The Gluten-Free Samosas

1. Fry a few at a time - turning every few minutes - until crispy and golden, about 8-10 minutes.
2. Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried samosas to a platter lined with paper towels.
3. Serve hot, with dipping sauce.

Notes

• Let the pastry dough rest for 30 minutes.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 458Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 1647mgCarbohydrates: 52gFiber: 8gSugar: 9gProtein: 9g

This nutrition info is based on the exact ingredients and brands used at the time. It may not be 100% accurate. Please check your ingredients nutrition labels.