Here’s a delicious recipe for Kachori Chaat that you can easily make at home:
Ingredients
For the Kachoris:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1/4 cup semolina (sooji)
- 2 tablespoons ghee or oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ajwain (carom seeds)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Water (as needed)
- Oil (for deep frying)
For the Filling:
- 1 cup urad dal (split black gram), soaked for a few hours
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves
- 1 tablespoon ghee or oil (for tempering)
For Chaat Toppings:
- 1 cup yogurt, whisked
- 1/2 cup tamarind chutney
- 1/2 cup green chutney
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
- Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
- Sev (crispy chickpea noodles) for topping
Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling:
- Drain the soaked urad dal and grind it coarsely with cumin seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
- Heat ghee or oil in a pan, add the ground dal mixture, and cook for a few minutes until fragrant. Stir in chopped coriander. Let it cool.
2. Make the Kachori Dough:
- In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour, semolina, ajwain, salt, and ghee/oil.
- Gradually add water to form a soft dough. Cover and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
3. Shape the Kachoris:
- Divide the dough into small balls. Flatten each ball, place a spoonful of the filling in the center, and seal the edges to form a ball again.
- Gently flatten it again to form a disc.
4. Fry the Kachoris:
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Once hot, fry the kachoris on medium heat until golden and puffed. Drain on paper towels.
5. Assemble the Chaat:
- Place the fried kachoris on a serving plate. Crush them slightly.
- Drizzle with whisked yogurt, tamarind chutney, and green chutney.
- Top with chopped onions, tomatoes, and sprinkle chaat masala.
- Garnish with fresh coriander and sev.
6. Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Kachori Chaat!
This dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures—perfect for a snack or appetizer!
