Dahi Kachori

Dahi Kachori is a delightful Indian snack that features crispy, flaky puris filled with a spiced lentil mixture, topped with creamy yogurt and tangy chutneys. It is a perfect blend of textures and flavors, making it a favorite among street food lovers.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 1 cup
• Semolina - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - as needed for dough
• Oil - for deep frying
• Moong dal (split yellow lentils) - 1/2 cup
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ginger - 1-inch piece, grated
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Chaat masala - 1 teaspoon
• Yogurt - 1 cup, whisked
• Tamarind chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Mint chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Coriander leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina, salt, and enough water to knead into a soft dough. Cover with a damp cloth and set aside for 20 minutes.
2. Soak moong dal in water for 30 minutes, then drain. In a cooking pan, heat a teaspoon of oil, add cumin seeds, grated ginger, and green chili. Sauté for a minute.
3. Add the soaked moong dal to the pan, season with salt and chaat masala, and cook until the dal is tender, about 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool, then blend into a coarse paste.
4. Divide the dough into small balls and roll each into small discs, about 4 inches in diameter. Place a spoonful of the dal mixture in the center and fold the edges to seal. Gently flatten the filled ball.
5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the kachoris until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
6. To serve, place the kachoris on a plate, top with whisked yogurt, drizzle with tamarind and mint chutneys, and garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from lentils, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in dietary fiber, aiding digestion and gut health.

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