Our air fryer frozen samosa recipe is the perfect solution for anyone looking for an easy and delicious way to enjoy their favorite snack. You’ll be amazed at how crispy these frozen samosas turn out when cooked in the air fryer.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
If you love samosas but can never seem to achieve that perfectly crunchy texture, than you will love our easy air fryer frozen samosa instructions! Plus, you'll love having no oil splatters on the stove top to clean up, guaranteed!
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Ingredients
You can use any brand of frozen samosas, even those you have made by hand and stored in the freezer to cook later! Pair these savory bites up for a party appetizer with our CuBiryani Raita as a dip!
- Frozen Samosas - Any brand, any variety. We used Trader Joe's Samosas, the vegetarian flavor.
- CuBiryani Raita - or any other dip you prefer.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
What Are Samosa?
Samosas are small pockets of dough that have vegetarian fillings like peas, potatoes, and spices. You will also find them with meat, potatoes, vegetables, and again spices. Samosas are an Indian cuisine appetizer that are small bite appetizers, and simply delicious!
How to Air Fry Samosas
Air fryers have become increasingly popular over the years, and they are great for making frozen or pre-made items like frozen samosas. Most packaging however leaves you guessing on time and temperatures!
Learn how to make air fried frozen samosa in this simple step-by-step guide – no guess work required!
Make A Single Layer
- Add the frozen samosas in the air fryer. Keep them spread out in a single layer so the convection heat can flow evenly around them.
Air Fry Samosas Until Golden Brown
- Set the air fryer temperature to 360 F and timer for 8 minutes, or until golden brown. Check at 6 minutes as air fryers vary.
Remove and Serve
- Remove air fryer basket from air fryer and transfer the hot samosas to a serving plate. Serve immediately with a dipping sauce.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these air fryer samosas as an appetizer for any gathering, or as a side dish to Beef Rogan Josh or our Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala and Steamed White Rice.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my air fryers I have tested and used when making this frozen samosa air fryer recipe. You will love how an air fryer lets you get crispy foods without deep frying!
Storage
Store any leftover air fryer samosas in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Tips for Success
- Be sure to keep the frozen samosas spread out in one layer.
- Serve as is, or with any favorite sauce.
- The filling is VERY hot! Let the hot samosas cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, simply spread them out in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Yes, simply wrap loosely with aluminum foil and air fry at 350 for 5 minutes. Unwrap the foil the last minute so that the samosas get crispy again.
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Air Fryer Frozen Samosa
Ingredients
- 1 Package Frozen Samosa Trader Joe's or any brand
- Cucumber Mint Raita for dipping
- Tamarind Dip for dipping
Instructions
- Add the frozen samosas in the air fryer. Keep them spread out in a single layer so the convection heat can flow evenly around them.1 Package Frozen Samosa
- Set the air fryer temperature to 360 F and timer for 8 minutes, or until golden brown. Check at 6 minutes as air fryers vary.
- Remove air fryer basket from air fryer and transfer the hot samosas to a serving plate. Serve immediately with a dipping sauce.Cucumber Mint Raita, Tamarind Dip
Notes
- Be sure to keep the frozen samosas spread out in one layer.
- Serve as is, or with any favorite sauce.
- The filling is VERY hot! Let the hot samosas cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
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