Woo Hoo! I will be making a trip to Trader Joe's in a few weeks, What should

[cheezz]

someone else told me that - that they taste like samosas! I'll have to try them.

 

[julie-r-wa]

Thank you for mentioning those! I'm definitely going to look for them. smileys/smile.gif

 

[julie-r-wa]

Look what I found at Bon Appétit! Rec: Mashed Potato & Vegetable Patties w/ Ginger Cilantro Chutney

These come with good ratings on the website. If I can't find the ones at Trader Joe's, I'll make these... smileys/smile.gif

Mashed Potato and Vegetable Patties with Ginger Cilantro Chutney

These showcase all that's great about Indian food: They're vibrant, light, and fragrant. For a spicier patty, add a second stemmed and minced serrano chile. From Neelam Batra, in the October 2006 Bon Appétit.

2 (8-ounce) russet potatoes

1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread, divided
1/2 cup finely grated carrots
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
1 serrano chile, stemmed, minced
1 teaspoon salt

2 large eggs
1/3 cup (or more) vegetable oil

Ginger-cilantro chutney

Chaat masala* (optional)
Paprika

*Chaat masala is an Indian spice blend available at specialty foods stores and Indian markets.

Place potatoes in medium saucepan. Add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook potatoes until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; cool.

Peel cooled potatoes, place in medium bowl, and mash. Add 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, carrots, and next 6 ingredients. Mix lightly (do not mash). Divide mixture into 12 portions, using about 1/4 cup for each. Shape each portion into ball, then press lightly to form patty about 2 1/2 inches in diameter. Do ahead Can be made 6 hours ahead. Transfer patties to large plate, cover, and chill.

Preheat oven to 200°F. Whisk eggs in medium bowl to blend. Place remaining 1 cup breadcrumbs on large plate. Coat patties first in egg, then in breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere. Transfer patties to clean large plate. Heat 1/3 cup oil in large skillet over medium heat. Working in 2 batches, cook patties until brown, about 5 minutes per side, adding more oil by tablespoonfuls as needed. Place patties on rimmed baking sheet. Transfer sheet to oven to keep patties warm.

Place 2 patties on each of 6 plates. Drizzle patties with Ginger-cilantro chutney, sprinkle with chaat masala, if desired, and paprika.

Makes 6 servings.

http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/236170

 

[lisainla]

This looks good - very similar to the TJs product, I imagine. That chutney looks promising -

I'd add a bit of sweet to it, maybe mango?

I always like the minty sauce with samosas - does anyone know the name of it?

 

[lisainla]

Definitely give them a go.

 

[julie-r-wa]

Maybe some mango chutney, yes! And perhaps a little tamarind paste.