Pyaaz Kachori Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Kachori Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1/4 cup semolina (sooji)
- 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
- Water for kneading
- A pinch of salt
For the Filling:
- 1 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/2 cup coarsely crushed boiled potatoes
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds (saunf)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds (jeera)
- 1/2 teaspoon nigella seeds (kalonji)
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds (rai)
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt to taste
- Chopped coriander leaves for garnish
For Deep Frying:
- Oil
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Kachori Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina, ghee, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a firm and smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a pan, heat oil and add fennel seeds, cumin seeds, nigella seeds, and mustard seeds. Let them splutter.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
- Add chopped onions and cook until they become golden brown.
- Add crushed boiled potatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves, mix, and let the filling cool.
3. Shape the Kachoris:
- Divide the rested dough into small equal-sized balls. Roll each ball into a small disk.
- Place a spoonful of the prepared filling in the center of each disk.
- Carefully gather the edges and seal the kachori, ensuring the filling is completely enclosed.
4. Heat Oil for Deep Frying:
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
5. Deep Fry the Kachoris:
- Gently slide the filled kachoris into the hot oil. Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Ensure even frying by flipping the kachoris if needed.
6. Drain Excess Oil:
- Remove the fried kachoris and place them on absorbent paper to drain excess oil.
7. Serve Hot:
- Serve the pyaaz kachoris hot with mint chutney or tamarind chutney.
Enjoy these delicious and spicy pyaaz kachoris as a popular Rajasthani snack or appetizer!