Diabetic-Friendly Samosa Recipe | Healthy Low-GI Samosa
Samosa is one of the most loved Indian snacks, enjoyed throughout most of the places in India. Their crispy exterior and tasty filling are the main reasons for their popularity.
Traditional street food, samosas can now be found everywhere from restaurants to parties and cafes. Their demand especially rises during festivals like Diwali, Holi, and Raksha Bandhan.
However, a common concern is whether samosas are healthy, particularly for diabetics. Unfortunately, most samosas are made with reused, low-quality oil and high-glycemic flour, which can increase blood sugar, blood pressure, and the risk of cardiovascular problems.
The good news is that we can still enjoy the delicious taste of samosas with a healthier recipe! We are sharing a samosa recipe that's suitable for diabetics and anyone seeking a more health-conscious option.
Samosa Recipe Ingredients
- Diabexy Atta1 cup
- Salt½ tsp
- Ajwain (Carom seeds)½ tsp
- Oil2 tbsp
- Black salt¼ tsp
- Aamchur Powder¼ tsp
- Kasturi Methi¼ tsp
- Jeera Powder¼ tsp
- Haldi Powder¼ tsp
- Dhaniya Powder¼ tsp
- Boiled & Mashed Potato100g
- Beans1 cup
- Chopped Onion½ cup
How to Make Samosa: Step-by-Step Guide
The Three Parts of Making Samosa: 1. Atta Dough | 2. Potato fry with Spices | 3. Atta roll
1. Atta Dough
Take a cup of Diabexy Atta in a bowl. Add ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp Ajwain, and 2 tbsp oil.
Mix all the ingredients and add some water, then knead into a soft dough. Cover and let it rest.
2. Potato Fry with Spices (Filling)
Take a pan, add some oil, then add ½ cup of chopped onion. Mix well, then add ¼ cup of beans and ½ teaspoon of salt. Mix again. Cover the pan and cook for a few minutes.
Add 100 grams of boiled and mashed potato, and mix well.
Add ¼ teaspoon jeera powder, ¼ teaspoon kasturi methi, ¼ teaspoon black salt, ¼ teaspoon dhaniya powder, and ¼ teaspoon haldi powder. Mix all the ingredients again and cook for 2-3 minutes.
3. Atta Roll (Assembling Samosas)
Take a section of dough and roll it into a ball shape, then roll into a round shape and cut it into 2 sections from the middle.
Make a slurry with water and flour. Spread the slurry on the edge as shown, then shape into a cone.
Add filling into the cone shape and seal the edges. Make multiple samosas like these.
Heat oil in a deep pan. Fry the samosas on medium flame until they become golden brown and crispy.
Enjoy these crispy, delicious diabetic-friendly samosas with your favorite chutney.
How to Serve Samosa
Samosa tastes great with dippy green chutney. It's also one of the most common ways to enjoy samosas. Samosas also taste good with tomato sauce, red garlic chutney, mango chutney, mint chutney, and cucumber mint raita.
Frequently Asked Questions
This diabetic-friendly samosa uses Diabexy Atta (low glycemic) and healthy filling. It's a much healthier alternative to traditional samosas.
Regular maida has a high glycemic load. Diabexy Atta has only 7 EGL and is made from nuts and seeds, making it much healthier for diabetics.
Yes! You can air fry at 180°C for 10-12 minutes or brush with oil and bake at 200°C for 15-20 minutes.
Absolutely! Add boiled peas, carrots, or paneer for variation. Keep portion sizes in mind for blood sugar management.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in an air fryer or oven for best crispiness.
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