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Moong Dal Kachori

Cultural Context

Originating from North India, Moong Dal Kachori is a popular snack often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions. The dish features a crispy outer shell filled with spiced moong dal, showcasing the region's love for lentils and deep-fried delicacies. Today, Kachoris have found their way into street food culture across India, with various fillings and adaptations.

IndianINsnack
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 Cups refined flour
1/4 cup gheeto
taste salt
cold water
for deep-frying oil
3/4 cup black gram (husked), soaked
2 tbsp oil
1 tsp cumin seeds
1/8 tsp asafoetida (hing)
3/4 tsp garam masala
3/4 tsp chilli powder
2 tbsp fennel seeds, powdered
2 tsp coriander powder
1 1/2 tsp mango powder
to taste salt

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

moong dal

🥗Healthier: split yellow lentils

💰Cheaper: none

Split yellow lentils are similar in texture and flavor.

1

Soak black gram in water.

2

Drain and prepare the filling with the soaked black gram, oil, cumin seeds, asafoetida, garam masala, chili powder, fennel seeds, coriander powder, and salt.

3

In a bowl, combine refined flour, gheeto, and salt; mix with cold water to form a dough.

4

Let the dough rest for a while.

5

Divide the dough into small balls and flatten each ball into a disc.

6

Place a spoonful of the filling in the center and fold the edges to seal it.

7

Roll the stuffed disc gently to maintain its shape.

8

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over low heat.

9

Fry the kachoris until golden brown and crispy.

10

Serve with chutney.

Cooking Techniques

soakinggrindingfrying

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

KachoriMoong Dal Kachori

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