Spicy Beef and Sweet Potato Samosas with Chipotle Marmalade
These fusion samosas combine seasoned ground beef with creamy sweet potatoes, wrapped in flaky pie crust for an easy weeknight appetizer or party snack. The chipotle chile powder adds smoky heat while the orange marmalade dipping sauce provides a sweet-spicy contrast. Perfect for game day gatherings or when you want impressive finger food without the fuss of traditional samosa pastry.
Ingredients
- ½ lb lean ground beef, at least 80%
- 2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder, divided
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup pico de gallo salsa
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes, refrigerated or canned, mashed
- 1 box refrigerated Pillsbury Pie Crusts, 14.1 oz, 2 Count, softened as directedgluten-free pie crust1:1gluten-free
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- 1 jar orange marmalade, 12 oz
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- water, for brushing
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 375°F
- 2
Cook ground beef in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked
- 3
Drain beef and stir in chile powder, cumin and pico de gallo
- 4
Cook 1 minute longer then remove from heat
- 5
Stir in sweet potatoes, salt and pepper
- 6
Unroll pie crusts and cut each into 6 triangles
- 7
Spoon beef mixture in center of each triangle
- 8
Brush edges with water
- 9
Bring corners of dough together over filling and pinch seams to seal
- 10
Place on large nonstick cookie sheet
- 11
Bake until light golden brown
- 12
Microwave preserves on High, stirring once, until hot
- 13
Stir remaining chile powder into hot preserves
- 14
Serve warm with samosas
Tips
Drain beef thoroughly to prevent soggy samosas and ensure crispy crusts.
Seal edges firmly by pinching with fork tines for extra security during baking.
Let filling cool slightly before assembling to make handling easier and prevent dough from becoming too soft.
Good to Know
refrigerate assembled unbaked samosas up to 24 hours, bake from cold
filling can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated
serve warm with chipotle marmalade dipping sauce
Common Mistakes
drain beef completely to avoid soggy pastry
seal edges well to prevent filling from leaking during baking
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Gluten-Free Swaps
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General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I freeze these samosas?
Yes, freeze assembled unbaked samosas up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to cooking time.
What if I don't have chipotle chile powder?
Substitute with regular chili powder plus a pinch of smoked paprika, or use cayenne pepper for heat without the smoky flavor.
How long do leftovers keep?
Store baked samosas in refrigerator up to 3 days. Reheat in 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes to restore crispness.