Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
350 g

Arbi (Colocasia)

boiled and mashed

2 unit

Coriander

chopped

0.25 cup

Almond Powder

1 unit

Green Chilli

chopped

1 inch

Ginger

grated

3 unit

Garlic

minced

1 tbsp

Black Peppercorns

whole

0.5 cup

Cabbage

finely chopped

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

1 tsp

Ajwain (Carom Seeds)

1 tsp

Chaat Masala Powder

1 tsp

Cumin Powder

0.25 tsp

Cinnamon Powder

2 tbsp

Besan (Gram Flour)

1 cup

Breadcrumbs

1 tsp

Salt

1 tbsp

Oil

Step 1
~8 min

Boil and mash 350g of arbi (colocasia).

Step 2
~8 min

Grind 2 sprigs of coriander, 1/4 cup almond powder, 1 green chilli, 1 inch ginger, and 3 cloves of garlic into a paste.

Step 3
~8 min

In a bowl, combine the ground paste, mashed arbi, 1 tbsp whole black peppercorns, 1/2 cup finely chopped cabbage, 1 finely chopped onion, 1 tsp ajwain, 1 tsp chaat masala powder, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder, 2 tbsp besan (gram flour), and salt to taste.

Step 4
~8 min

Mix well to form a dough.

Step 5
~8 min

Grease your hands with oil and shape the mixture into round or oval kebabs.

Step 6
~8 min

Coat the kebabs with breadcrumbs.

Step 7
~8 min

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 8
~8 min

Shallow fry the kebabs until golden brown and crispy on both sides, adding more oil if needed.

Step 9
~8 min

Serve hot with coriander mint chutney and pickled onions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the arbi is thoroughly mashed to prevent lumps in the kebabs.

Adjust the amount of spices according to your preference.

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of ghee to the pan while frying.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Kebabs can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before frying.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with coriander mint chutney or tamarind chutney.

Serve with pickled onions.

Serve as a starter for a larger Indian meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Biryani
Dal Makhani

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Awadh (Lucknow)

Cultural Significance

A popular appetizer in Awadhi cuisine, known for its delicate flavors and textures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Diwali
Wedding Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Festival
Dinner
Snack

Popularity Score

65/100

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