Daal Kachori Chaat

Daal Kachori Chaat is a delightful Indian street food that combines crispy lentil-filled pastries with vibrant toppings. This gluten-free dish is perfect for a savory snack or a light meal, bursting with flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Yellow moong dal (split yellow lentils) - 100 grams
• Rice flour - 50 grams
• Potato - 1 medium, boiled and mashed
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Oil - for frying
• Yogurt - 100 grams, whisked
• Tamarind chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Green chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Sev (crispy chickpea noodles) - for garnish
• Pomegranate seeds - for garnish

Steps

1. Soak the yellow moong dal in water for 4-5 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked dal and blend it into a coarse paste with cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the rice flour, mashed potato, and the dal paste to form a dough. If the dough is too sticky, add more rice flour.
4. Divide the dough into small balls and flatten each ball into small discs.
5. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the discs until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
6. To assemble the chaat, place 2 kachoris on a plate. Top with whisked yogurt, tamarind chutney, and green chutney.
7. Sprinkle sev and pomegranate seeds on top for garnish.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Daal Kachori Chaat!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from lentils, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber which aids digestion and promotes satiety.

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