Samosa

usgb/səˈmoʊsə/
noun

A triangular pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, or meat, commonly eaten as a snack or appetizer.

For a tasty evening snack, I made vegetable samosas.
Visual representation of "samosa" - A triangular pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, or meat, commonly eaten as a snack or appetizer.

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vegetable samosa, meat samosa, fried samosa

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Contextual Use

The word 'samosa' is often associated with Indian cuisine.

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Many households prepare samosas for festivals or family gatherings.
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Cultural Significance

Samosas are a staple in many South Asian cultural celebrations.

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They symbolize hospitality when served to guests.
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Platters and Sides

Samosas are usually served with chutney.

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Explore pairing samosas with various dips for enhanced flavor.
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