Vegetable Samosas

Directions

1. 1
   Sift the flour and salt into a mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Rub in the ghee or butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. 3
   Add the water and knead thoroughly to a very smooth dough.
4. 4
   Cover and chill while preparing the filling.
5. 5
   Heat the oil in a pan and add the mustard seeds.
6. 6
   Leave for a few seconds until they start to pop, then add the onion and fry until golden.
7. 7
   Add the chilies, turmeric, ginger, and salt to taste and fry for 3 minutes; if it starts sticking to the pan add a tbsp.
8. 8
   water and stir well.
9. 9
   Add the peas, stir well and cook for 1 minute.
10. 10
    Stir in the lemon juice.
11. 11
    Cool slightly.
12. 12
    Divide the pastry into 8 pieces.
13. 13
    Dust with flour and roll each piece.
14. 14
    Dust with flour and roll each piece into a thin round, then cut each round in half.
15. 15
    Fold each half into a cone and brush the seam with water to seal.
16. 16
    Fill the cone with a spoonful of filling (do not overfill), dampen the top edge and seal firmly.
17. 17
    Deep-fry until crisp and golden.
18. 18
    Serve hot or warm.