Kachoris Recipe

Instructions

Prepare Dough:

1. Mix Ingredients:
   • In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, ghee or oil, and salt. Mix well.
2. Knead Dough:
   • Gradually add water and knead into a firm dough. Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Prepare Filling:

1. Cook Dal/Peas:
   • Boil moong dal or green peas until tender. Drain and mash slightly.
2. Sauté Spices:
   • In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, fennel seeds, and salt. Sauté for a minute.
3. Add Dal/Peas:
   • Add the boiled dal or peas to the pan and mix well. Cook for a few minutes and set aside to cool.

Assemble Kachoris:

1. Divide Dough:
   • Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a ball.
2. Roll Out:
   • Roll out each ball into a small circle. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center.
3. Seal:
   • Bring the edges together to seal the filling inside. Flatten slightly to form a patty.

Cook Kachoris:

1. Heat Oil:
   • Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
2. Fry Kachoris:
   • Carefully slide the kachoris into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
3. Drain:
   • Remove kachoris from oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Serve:

1. Serve Hot:
   • Serve hot with green chutney or tamarind chutney.