Daal Kachori

Daal Kachori is a delicious Indian snack featuring a spiced lentil filling encased in a crispy gluten-free pastry. Perfect for lunch, this flavorful dish is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Yellow moong dal - 100 grams
• Rice flour - 150 grams
• Potato (boiled and mashed) - 50 grams
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Green chili (finely chopped) - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/4 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Water - as needed
• Oil - for frying

Steps

1. Soak the yellow moong dal in water for 2 hours, then drain and grind coarsely.
2. In a pan, heat a tablespoon of oil and add cumin seeds; once they splutter, add grated ginger and green chili.
3. Add the ground moong dal, coriander powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens. Let it cool.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour and mashed potato. Add water gradually to form a smooth, pliable dough. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
5. Divide the dough into equal portions and flatten each into a small disc. Place a tablespoon of the daal filling in the center, fold the edges over, and seal tightly.
6. Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Once hot, gently fry each kachori until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
7. Serve hot with green chutney or tamarind chutney.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from lentils, promoting healthy digestion.
• Gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten intolerance.

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