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Homemade Samosa Sheets

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Thin, flexible Sweet Homemade Samosa Sheets made from a soft kneaded dough, lightly layered with oil and flour, and gently heated to separate into smooth, perfect wrappers for samosas, spring rolls, or patties.

Prep time
15 minutes
Cook time
10 minutes
Total time
25 minutes
Yield
16 sheets

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour (maida) 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup water (adjust as needed) 2–3 tablespoons oil (for brushing between layers) Extra dry flour for dusting

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl combine flour and salt.
  2. Form Dough: Add water gradually and knead into a smooth medium-soft dough.
  3. Rest Dough: Cover and rest for 10–15 minutes.
  4. Knead Again: Knead 1–2 minutes and divide into 16 dough balls.
  5. Roll Rotis: Roll each ball into thin circles, dusting with flour.
  6. Layer Rotis: Brush one with oil, sprinkle flour, and stack 4 together.
  7. Roll Stack: Gently roll the stack into a large thin circle.
  8. Heat Partially: Cook on a warm tawa for a few seconds per side do not brown.
  9. Separate Sheets: Peel layers apart while warm.
  10. Trim & Use: Cut edges if needed; samosa sheets are ready.

Notes

Roll evenly for consistent frying results. Peel sheets while still warm to avoid tearing. Avoid overcooking on the tawa or layers will not separate.

Nutrition

Calories
58
Fat
1g
Saturated fat
0g
Sugar
0g
Sodium
59mg
Protein
1g
Carbohydrates
11g
Fiber
0g