These Spooky Samosas are the perfect Halloween finger food—crispy on the outside, warm and spiced on the inside, and shaped into fun festive designs like ghosts, pumpkins, or triangles with spooky faces. Whether baked or fried, they’re filled with a savory potato and pea filling seasoned with cumin, garlic, and garam masala.
I made these last Halloween for a themed dinner, and they were the first dish to disappear. Not only are they delicious, but the playful shapes make them extra fun for kids and adults alike. You can use store-bought samosa wrappers or even puff pastry if you’re short on time.
Serve them with spooky green chutney or a tangy tomato dipping sauce. Add edible eyes, carve creepy faces, or make them mini-sized for party platters. These samosas can be made in advance and frozen, so you’re never scrambling last minute.
Whether you’re hosting a costume party or just want to surprise the family with a fun Halloween dinner, spooky samosas deliver the crunch, spice, and Halloween spirit—all in one bite.
Spooky Samosas – Crispy Halloween Party Appetizer
Ingredients
Method
- Heat oil in a skillet. Add cumin seeds and garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in mashed potatoes, peas, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Cook for 3–4 minutes and let cool.
- Cut wrappers into triangle or Halloween shapes (pumpkins, ghosts, etc.).
- Fill each shape with potato filling and seal with flour paste.
- Deep fry at 350°F (175°C) until golden, or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes.
- Serve with chutney or spooky dips