Green Pea Samosas (Hare Mutter Ki Samosa)

1. 1

   Heat the 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium skillet.

2. 2

   Add the cumin seeds and cook over moderate heat until fragrant, 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add the ginger, jalapeno, coriander and cayenne and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Add the green peas and the water and cook until the peas are tender and most of the water has evaporated, 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Transfer the mixture to a food processor and let cool slightly.

6. 6

   Add the cilantro and pomegranate molasses and pulse until the peas are finely chopped.

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   Season with salt.

8. 8

   Arrange the empanada wrappers on a work surface and brush the edges with water.

9. 9

   Divide the filling among the wrappers.

10. 10

    Fold the dough over and pinch from the bottom to the center to form a cone.

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    Fold the top of the dough down to meet the edges and pinch well to seal, forming a triangular dumpling.

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    In a deep, medium skillet, heat 3/4 inch of oil to 350.

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    Fry the samosas over moderately high heat, turning once, until golden and crisp, 5 minutes.

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    Drain on a paper towellined rack.

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    Serve with cilantro and tamarind chutneys.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.