Delicious Dal Kachori Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cup Soaked moong dal
• 1 tbsp Ghee for filling
• 1 teaspoon Crushed coriander seeds
• 1 teaspoon Fennel seeds
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon Asafoetida
• 3 Chopped green chili
• 1 teaspoon Chopped ginger
• 1 tbsp Chickpea flour
• Salt to taste (for filling)
• 1/2 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Chaat masala
• 2 cup All-purpose flour for dough
• Salt to taste (for dough)
• 1 tbsp Ghee for dough
• Water to knead the dough
• Vegetable oil for deep frying

Nutrition Snapshot

• Calories 300
• Carbs 35
• Protein 10
• Fat 22
• Fiber 4

Tips & Notes

• Tip Ideal for a Sunday breakfast.
• Tip Perfect for a cheat meal.
• Tip Serve hot with chutney or pickle.

About This Recipe

A delicious North Indian Dal Kachori recipe, perfect for a Sunday breakfast or a satisfying cheat meal. This fried snack features a flavorful moong dal filling encased in a crispy dough. Includes ingredients and a video guide.

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Dal Filling

   Rinse and soak moong dal, then drain and coarsely grind it. In a pan, sautu00e9 crushed coriander, fennel, cumin seeds, asafoetida, chopped green chili, and ginger in 1 tbsp ghee. Add the ground dal, chickpea flour, salt, red chili powder, and chaat masala. Cook until the mixture is dry and well combined.

2. 2

   Prepare the Dough

   In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and 1 tbsp ghee. Gradually add water and knead into a firm, smooth dough. Cover the dough and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

3. 3

   Stuff the Kachoris

   Divide the rested dough into small, equal-sized balls. Flatten each ball into a small disc. Place a spoonful of the prepared dal filling in the center of each disc and carefully bring the edges together to seal, forming a ball.

4. 4

   Shape the Kachoris

   Gently flatten each stuffed dough ball into a thick disc or traditional kachori shape. Ensure the filling remains completely enclosed within the dough.

5. 5

   Deep Fry

   Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-low heat. Carefully place the kachoris in the hot oil, frying them in batches. Cook until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides. Remove and drain excess oil on paper towels.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the hot Dal Kachoris immediately with your favorite chutney or pickle.

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