Samosa

A samosa is a fried savoury pastry popular in many regions across the world, which originated in India and the Middle East. It typically includes spiced potatoes, peas, onions, meat and/or fish, and may be served wtih chutney or other sauces. It may be triangular, conic, or even half-moon in shape. Inevitably, sweet versions of samosas are also made.
The pastry may be found under a number of similar names, depending on the local language and customs. These include:
*samosa
*samoosa
*samuza
*sambusa
*sambuuse
*samboosa
*sambusac
*sambusak
*sambousek
*samoussa
*shingra
*shingara
*singada
*chamuças
Category:Indian Food Glossary