Definition

Noun: A small, triangular pastry of Indian origin, filled with a savory mixture (such as spiced potatoes, peas, lentils, or minced meat), which is then folded and deep-fried until crisp. It is typically served hot as a snack or appetizer.

Examples

• I bought two vegetable samosas from the street vendor.
• A plate of hot samosas with mint chutney is a perfect tea-time snack.
• The key to a good samosa is a crispy outer layer and a well-spiced filling.

Advanced Usage

• "Samosa" as a cultural symbol: The word can be used to represent Indian or South Asian cuisine more broadly in informal contexts.
  • The food festival offered everything from tacos to samosas.

Variants and Related Words

• Samosa chaat (noun phrase): A dish where a samosa is broken into pieces and topped with various chutneys, yogurt, and spices.
  • For a more substantial meal, try the samosa chaat.

Synonyms

• Savory pastry
• Turnover (Note: "Turnover" is a general term; "samosa" specifies the Indian style and typical fillings.)

Related Phrases

• Samosa wrapper/pastry: Refers to the thin sheet of dough used to encase the filling.
  • You can buy ready-made samosa pastry in some grocery stores.

Noun

1. small turnover of Indian origin filled with vegetables or meat and fried and served hot