KnowraSamosaLinked fromLinked fromThe 3 pages that link to Samosa, each with the reason it gives.All 3Compared with 3EmpanadaCompared with: It shares the filled-pastry idea but differs in characteristic shape, seasoning, and culinary history.PakoraCompared with: Unlike pakora, its filling is enclosed in a dough shell.CroquetteCompared with: Both enclose seasoned fillings, but a samosa uses pastry rather than a breadcrumb coating.