samosa
A samosa is a popular South Asian snack consisting of a fried or baked pastry shell filled with a savory mixture, typically spiced potatoes, onions, peas, and sometimes minced meat. Its iconic triangular or tetrahedral shape makes it easy to hold and eat as a convenient street food. You will most commonly encounter this word in casual dining settings, Indian restaurants, or when discussing snack culture. It is a staple of comfort food, often served hot with mint or tamarind chutney. It is frequently used in the context of gatherings, parties, or quick afternoon tea breaks.
In conversation
Ordering snacks
Are we getting anything to share?
Are we getting anything to share?
Let’s grab an order of samosas for the table.
Let’s grab an order of samosas for the table.
Used to suggest a shared appetizer.
Street food craving
I’m starving. Is there a place nearby?
I’m starving. Is there a place nearby?
There’s a stall around the corner that makes the best crispy samosas.
There’s a stall around the corner that makes the best crispy samosas.
Describes the texture and popularity of the item.
Examples
I bought a warm samosa for a snack.
I bought a warm samosa for a snack.
The samosas were filled with spicy potatoes and peas.
The samosas were filled with spicy potatoes and peas.
Pairing a crispy samosa with sweet tamarind chutney creates a perfect balance of flavors.
Pairing a crispy samosa with sweet tamarind chutney creates a perfect balance of flavors.
