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    Home » Air Fryer Recipes

    Jalapeno Corn and Cheese Samosas

    Published: Sep 12, 2021 · Modified: Nov 16, 2021 by Archana · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 6 Comments

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    When the calendar fills up with work and school, I look for things to make that are quick and easy, can be made ahead, and still have that wow-factor flavor. With a simple combo of fresh and frozen ingredients, these Jalapeno Cheese Samosas come together in a flash! A flaky crispy shell holds the spicy, melty cheese filling with little bursts of sweet corn goodness. 

    I-N-C-R-E-D-I-B-L-E!! 

    Jalapeno Cheese samosas in 2 plates served with chutney, ketchup and chai

    If you have kids in school, you know how they come home ravenous. Bursting through the door, leaving a trail of backpacks and jackets, they make a bee-line for the kitchen. We always have a variety of fresh fruits and veggies, but sometimes my active boys need more to hold them over until dinner.

    Ingredients

    Frozen parathas, frozen corn, sweet peppers, jalapeno, pantry spices, and shredded cheese are all you need to make this fun twist on samosas---and no one will believe they-re homemade. Really! They’re so good, so impressive, and SO EASY. Fill, AirFry, and Enjoy!

    Freezer-ready parathas are already a staple in my house for the Best Paneer Kathi Rolls, Chicken Kathi Rolls, and Chicken Shawarma. The texture is unbeatable.. flaky, buttery-crisp, and absolutely delicious. They’re not only a time-saver ingredient, but they elevate any filling and create something special.

    Jalapeno Cheese samosas served with chutney, ketchup and chai

    Make ahead snack for kids

    Jalapeno Cheese Samosas can be made ahead and chilled in the fridge for a few hours or frozen, which is another big time-saver. When the kids bring friends over, these are the perfect snack. They’re full of real ingredients and better than any take-out or overly processed food.

    In fact, these samosas are so easy and such a fun project for kids who want to help in the kitchen! From filling to sealing with the fork, to brushing with melted butter, there are lots of ways to get kids involved. Older kids, more comfortable in the kitchen, can even make these from start to finish. If you have some made ahead, your teens can pop them out of the fridge or freezer and into the AirFryer for a totally satisfying snack.

    I’ll certainly be sending this recipe to my college kid! Perfect for sharing, perfect for a quick meal between classes, doesn’t require too many ingredients, and is totally customizable.

    Perfect last minute appetizer

    This awesome snack isn’t just for kids! They make an amazing appetizer for any occasion---game nights, movie nights, dinner parties, or cocktails with friends. Last minute? No problem! Entertaining can be stress-free!

    These are two of my go-to hacks for the best snacks and appetizers that just make life easier: Frozen Kawan Parathas and my AirFryer. 

    With the AirFryer there is no need to heat up the oven (and the entire kitchen), no overly long preheating time, and the cooking time is a fraction of a conventional oven. It’s also a healthier cooking method that produces perfectly crispy results that beat any fast food or fried food. And because nothing is soaked in oil, you can really taste the ingredients.

    Jalapeno Cheese samosas in a black platter with chutney and ketchup on the side

    Tips

    • The filling can be made ahead for 1 to 2 days. Keep it refrigerated in an airtight container
    • Take out only 1 to 2 parathas at a time from the freezer. Since they are thin they defrost in 2 to 3 minutes at room temperature. You want to start making the samosas while they are still a bit frozen.
    • Do not keep the parathas at room temperature for more than 5 to 10 minutes. They can get very soft making it a bit difficult to handle. 
    • Parathas seal easily by simply pressing down the side edges. You can also apply a little bit of water on the inside edges to help them seal.
    • You can fill and make the samosas a couple of hours ahead and keep them refrigerated until ready to cook
    • To reheat any leftover samosas, simply pop them in the air fryer or oven and cook at 300 F for 5 minutes. 
    • You can also freeze the jalapeno cheese samosas as a make-ahead snack. Yup, just like the frozen samosas available in Indian stores. I would recommend partially air frying them for 8 minutes, cool them down, and store them in a single layer in freezer containers or zip lock bags. When ready to serve simply reheat in the air fryer at 330 F for 5 to 7 minutes. 

    Substitutions 

    • You can also use thawed puff pastry sheets to make these samosas. I love making these samosas with Kawan Parathas as you can make 2 to 4 samosas. Use flakey, original, or the Low GI Kawan Parathas. They all taste delicious
    • Reduce the jalapenos, keep or remove the seeds based on the level of heat you prefer. You can also substitute jalapenos with serrano peppers
    • Add any cheese you like - Mexican blend or pepper jack cheese can be substituted for mozzarella and cheddar cheese

    Instructions

    Let me show you a quick step-by-step process to make these delicious samosas. Start by making the no-cook filling. Finely dice the peppers and mix with cheese, chat masala, and salt and reserve.

    • Take out 2 frozen Parathas from the freezer. Note: These parathas thaw in 2 to 3 minutes. You do not want them to fully thaw as they can get too soft to handle, especially if your kitchen is warm. So take out only 1 to 2 parathas at a time from the freezer. Remove plastic wrappers from one paratha and place it on a parchment-lined cutting board. Allow it to thaw for 2 minutes. Using a pizza cutter, cut the paratha in half (photos 1 and 2)
    • Take one half of the paratha and fold it in half making it a triangle shape. Pressing down firmly about half an inch along the straight cut side, sealing one side of the paratha and creating a pocket. (photos 3 and 4)
    photos one through four showing how to make samosa using frozen paratha dough
    • Stuff 2 tablespoons of filling into the pocket gently pushing down with a spoon and leaving about half an inch border of paratha to seal in the filling. Press together the 2 open sides of the pocket sealing the samosa completely (photos 5 and 6)
    • Place the filled samosa on the cutting board and press down on the two sealed sides using a fork. This will help seal the filling and also create a pretty pattern on the edges. Lightly brush both sides with melted butter (photos 7 and 8). Repeat the above steps and make samosas with the remaining parathas.
    photos five through eight showing how to stuff and seal samosas
    • Place 4 samosas in the air fryer keeping enough space between them. If you have a smaller air fryer, cook only 2 samosas at a time. Air Fry at 350 F for 12 minutes. You may brush with more butter and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes if needed (photos 9 and 10)
    photos nine and ten showing air frying samosas

    Carefully take out the samosas with a pair of silicone tongs.

    Serving

    Serve hot with chutney, ketchup, sour cream, or your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick. Kids will love these cheese samosas with a cooling Mango Lassi while the adults enjoy a cup of hot ginger chai. Enjoy!

    Storing

    • To reheat any leftover samosas, simply pop them in the air fryer or oven and cook at 300 F for 5 minutes.
    • You can also freeze the jalapeno cheese samosas as a make-ahead snack. Partially air fry them for 8 minutes, cool them down, and store them in a single layer in freezer containers or zip lock bags. When ready to serve simply reheat in the air fryer at 330 F for 5 to 7 minutes. 

    Air Fryer Recipes

    Did you enjoy this quick and easy recipe? I love the air fryer to make quick snacks and appetizers. Here are some fun recipes to try next:

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    • Crispy Okra
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    Jalapeno Corn and Cheese Samosas

    Quick and EASY air-fried samosas using frozen parathas - perfect as an afterschool snack or a quick appetizer.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 257kcal
    Author: Archana Mundhe

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer
    • Pizza Cutter

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons red pepper finely diced
    • ½ jalapeno deseeded and finely diced
    • ¼ cup frozen corn thawed
    • 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped
    • 2 tablespoons mozzarella cheese shredded
    • 2 tablespoons cheddar cheese shredded
    • ¼ teaspoon Chat masala
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
    • 2 frozen Kawan parathas
    • 2 tablespoons butter melted

    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl mix peppers, corn, jalapeno, and cilantro. Mix in cheeses, chaat masala, and ground cumin.
    • Preheat the air fryer at 350 F.
    • Take out 2 frozen Parathas from the freezer. Note: These parathas thaw in 2 to 3 minutes. You do not want them to fully thaw as they can get too soft to handle, especially if your kitchen is warm. So take out only 1 to 2 parathas at a time from the freezer.
    • Remove plastic wrappers from one paratha and place it on a parchment-lined cutting board. Allow it to thaw for 2 minutes. Using a pizza cutter, cut the paratha in half.
    • Take one half of the paratha and fold it in half making it a triangle shape. Pressing down firmly about half an inch along the straight cut side, sealing one side of the paratha and creating a pocket. Carefully stuff 2 tablespoons of filling into the pocket gently pushing down with a spoon and leaving about half an inch border of paratha to seal in the filling. Press together the 2 open sides of the pocket sealing the samosa completely.
    • Place the filled samosa on the cutting board and press down on the two sealed sides using a fork. This will help seal the filling and also create a pretty pattern on the edges. Lightly brush both sides with melted butter.
    • Repeat the above steps and make samosas with the remaining parathas.
    • Place 4 samosas in the air fryer keeping enough space between them. If you have a smaller air fryer, cook only 2 samosas at a time. Air Fry at 350 F for 12 minutes. You may brush with more butter and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes if needed.
    • Carefully take out the samosas with a pair of silicone tongs and serve hot!

    Video

    Notes

    Oven instructions
    Don't have an air fryer? Bake the assembled samosas on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Preheat the oven at 375 F. Bake for 20 minutes turning the samosas halfway through until the samosas are golden brown. 
    Tips
    • The filling can be made ahead for 1 to 2 days. Keep it refrigerated in an airtight container
    • Take out only 1 to 2 parathas at a time from the freezer. Since they are thin they defrost in 2 to 3 minutes at room temperature. You want to start making the samosas while they are still a bit frozen.
    • Parathas seal easily by simply pressing down the side edges. You can also apply a little bit of water on the inside edges to help them seal.
    • You can fill and make the samosas a couple of hours ahead and keep them refrigerated until ready to cook
    • To reheat any leftover samosas, simply pop them in the air fryer or oven and cook at 300 F for 5 minutes. 
    • You can also freeze the jalapeno cheese samosas as a make-ahead snack. Partially air frying them for 8 minutes, cool them down and store them in a single layer in freezer containers or zip lock bags. When ready to serve simply reheat in the air fryer at 330 F for 5 to 7 minutes. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 274mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 509IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Author: Archana

    Hey there! I am a techie turned recipe developer, cooking instructor, and food blogger. I love food and enjoy developing easy and healthy recipes for busy lifestyles. I live in New Jersey with my husband and two sons.
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    1. Aditi says

      September 21, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      Simple and delicious! I made without the melted butter and they were still browned and crispy. Made enough filling for ten samosa and used up the entire pack of paratha. Perfection!5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        September 22, 2021 at 2:34 pm

        Thank you for the feedback Aditi! Love that you used up the whole paratha pack.

        Reply
    2. Deb says

      March 10, 2022 at 12:56 am

      These came out amazing and the idea of using kawan parathas is epic! Thank you for the idea!5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        March 10, 2022 at 9:39 am

        Thank you for the feedback.

        Reply
    3. Sunita says

      January 01, 2023 at 12:16 pm

      Can i deep fry samosas?

      Reply
      • Archana says

        January 02, 2023 at 1:34 pm

        I think they will be a bit too oily for frying, but you can try. You can also bake them instead.

        Reply

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