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Hello, meet again with Arenatani, today we will share another recipe, namely Kenyan Potato Samosas which is definitely very delicious and easy to make. The manufacturing process takes about and can be served for . In addition to being delicious and delicious, this food is suitable for serving to friends and family at home. Now, rather than being curious, let’s make the recipe. Before the manufacturing process, we first prepare the necessary ingredients, if there are ingredients that are not understood, please open Google, okay? Okay, here are the ingredients that need to be prepared.

Ingredients for Kenyan Potato Samosas


  1. Ingredients for the Pastry:
  2. 300 g all-purpose flour
  3. Vegetable oil for mixing
  4. Salt to taste
  5. Warm water
  6. Ingredients for the filling:
  7. 2 large potatoes
  8. 1 tbsp minced garlic
  9. 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (Optional)
  10. 1 onion, finely diced
  11. 3 green chilies, finely diced (Optional)
  12. 1/2 teaspoon ginger, minced
  13. 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  14. 3 tablespoons oil for frying the filling
  15. Vegetable oil for deep frying the samosas
  16. Salt to taste
Note: Now that the ingredients are ready, it’s time to try making it. We have prepared the steps in detail below. Make sure you follow them properly and correctly so that no mistakes occur.

Cooking Instructions for making Kenyan Potato Samosas


  • 1

    The Filling : Peel the potato skin, Wash and dice. Boil the diced potatoes in water just enough to cover the potatoes and add 1/4 tsp. salt. Boil for about 10mins till they soften then drain out the excess water

  • 2

    Heat the 3 tbsp. vegetable oil for frying the filling in a frying pan on medium heat.

  • 3

    Add the green chilies (optional), ginger and garlic. Stir fry for 2 minutes; add the onions and fry till it turns golden brown. Add the salt to taste, curry powder, pepper (optional) and stir fry for 3 mins.

  • 4

    Add the diced potatoes and Stir fry for 3 mins. Set aside and allow to cool

  • 5

    The Pastry: In a bowl, mix the flour, salt and vegetable oil together. slowly add in the water until the mixture forms a pliable dough (can be easily molded).

  • 6

    Cover with a moist cloth and set aside for 20mins (Covering prevents it from drying)

  • 7

    Divide the dough and roll into equal sized balls. Take one ball of dough and roll it out with a rolling pin on a flat surface until it is extremely thin (The other balls should be covered to avoid drying).

  • 8

    Fill the cone with the potato filling then seal completely by pinching the opening together. Repeat the process till the dough and filling is finished.

  • 9

    Heat the vegetable oil in a medium sized frying pan for about 2 mins (you can check the oil temperature by dipping the handle of a wooden spoon into the oil. If the oil starts steadily bubbling, then the oil is hot enough for frying), then drop in the samosas in batches of five or six, making sure you don’t crowd the pan. Deep fry till golden brown & Crisp.

  • 10

    Transfer Onto a paper towel to drain off the excess oil.

    Serve hot with ketchup or chillies


  • Well, that’s the recipe for Kenyan Potato Samosas that we’ve discussed together. How about it? It’s easy to make, right? Now it’s time for you to get creative in the kitchen and create your own version of Kenyan Potato Samosas. Don’t forget to share the results on social media. I’m really curious about your creations! Who knows, your recipe could be an inspiration for future recipes. Good luck and enjoy!