Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 cup

Water

as required

1 tsp

Cumin powder

2 sprig

Coriander Leaves

for garnishing

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 tsp

Coriander Leaves

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit

1 tsp

Ajwain

1 tbsp

Ginger Garlic Paste

0.25 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

to brush

3 unit

Tomatoes

chopped

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Garam masala powder

0.25 tsp

Cumin seeds

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

2 unit

Potatoes

peeled and cut into small cubes

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

2 cup

All Purpose Flour

2 tsp

Coriander Leaves

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.25 cup

Coriander Leaves

chopped

2 tsp

Sunflower Oil

0.5 cup

Coriander Leaves

chopped

1 cup

Yellow Moong Dal

soaked for 2 hours

1 unit

Dry Red Chilli

whole broken into pieces

2 unit

Onion

chopped

0.25 tsp

Amchur

1 tsp

Sunflower Oil

Step 1
~3 min

Heat oil in a Kadai and add red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder, amchur, and turmeric powder.

Step 2
~3 min

Stir for 30 seconds and add water to prevent burning.

Step 3
~3 min

Keep stirring for 3 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Add soaked moong dal and stir for 5-7 minutes until parboiled.

Step 5
~3 min

Add salt and coriander leaves, mix well, and set aside as the kachori stuffing.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 6
~3 min

In a mixing bowl, add maida, ajwain, salt, and oil, mix well to make the dough.

Step 7
~3 min

Add water gradually to make a smooth, firm dough.

Step 8
~3 min

Rest the dough for 15 minutes.

Step 9
~3 min

Divide the dough into small, equal rounds.

Step 10
~3 min

Press the sides of each dough ball to make a thick center.

Step 11
~3 min

Fill each dough center with a tablespoon of the prepared moong dal stuffing and seal from all sides to form the kachoris.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 12
~3 min

Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes.

Step 13
~3 min

Place aluminium foil on a baking tray and brush with oil.

Step 14
~3 min

Place kachoris on the tray, spacing them slightly apart.

Step 15
~3 min

Brush the upper portion of the kachoris with oil.

Step 16
~3 min

Bake in the oven for 20 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.

Step 17
~3 min

For the Aloo Sabzi, heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a pressure cooker.

Step 18
~3 min

Reduce heat to low, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and dry red chilli, and stir for 1-15 seconds.

Step 19
~3 min

Add chopped onions, green chillies, and salt, and sauté until the onions turn slightly brown.

Step 20
~3 min

Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.

Step 21
~3 min

Add chopped tomato and cook until soft and mushy.

Step 22
~3 min

Add potatoes and all spices, and mix well.

Step 23
~3 min

Add 2 cups of hot water and pressure cook for 1 whistle on high flame.

Step 24
~3 min

Release pressure naturally.

Step 25
~3 min

Remove the lid and stir the curry.

Step 26
~3 min

Add chopped coriander leaves and mix well.

Step 27
~3 min

Serve Baked Moong Dal Kachori with Aloo Sabzi, garnish with coriander leaves, lemon wedge, and sautéed salted green chilli.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilli powder according to your spice preference.

Ensure the moong dal is not overcooked, as it will become mushy.

Baking kachoris is healthier than deep frying.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Kachoris can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with chutney.

Serve as a snack or a light meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Date and Tamarind Chutney
Green Chutney

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kolkata, India

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in Kolkata.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Casual

Popularity Score

70/100

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