# Calories in a Samosa

One medium fried potato samosa (about 60 g) has roughly 160-170 calories, with fried samosas averaging around 270 calories per 100 g. Size, filling and frying oil drive the variation: large bazaar-style samosas can reach 250-300 calories each, while a baked or air-fried samosa of the same size can be 25-30% lower.

## Nutrition Facts (per 100 g)

| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |

## Calories by Serving Size

| Serving | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 medium samosa (60 g) | 60 g | ~160 kcal |
| 1 large samosa (100 g) | 100 g | ~270 kcal |
| 2 medium samosas (120 g) | 120 g | ~320 kcal |

Typical USDA-style reference values; real dishes vary with ingredients and cooking method.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Can I eat samosas while watching my calories?

Occasionally, yes. One medium samosa at about 160 calories can fit a calorie-deficit routine as a planned snack. The risk is frequency and quantity — two large samosas with sweet chutney can approach 700 calories, which is a full meal's worth.

### How many calories does chutney add to a samosa?

Sweet tamarind chutney adds roughly 40-60 calories per two-tablespoon serving because of its sugar, while green mint-coriander chutney adds only about 10-15. Choosing the green chutney is an easy saving.

### Are baked or air-fried samosas much lower in calories?

Yes — skipping the deep fry typically cuts 25-30% of the calories, bringing a medium samosa from about 160 down to 110-120. The pastry absorbs a lot of oil during frying, which is where most of the difference comes from.

### How do I log a samosa in SlimAI?

Scan the samosa with SlimAI's photo logging, say "one samosa with green chutney" by voice, or search "samosa" and choose the size and count. Chutneys can be added as separate items in seconds.

Source: https://www.slimai.ai/foods/desi/samosa-calories