Follow these steps for perfect results
Water
as required
Cumin powder
Coriander Leaves
for garnishing
Red Chilli powder
Coriander Leaves
Green Chillies
slit
Ajwain
Ginger Garlic Paste
Turmeric powder
Sunflower Oil
to brush
Tomatoes
chopped
Salt
to taste
Garam masala powder
Cumin seeds
Mustard seeds
Potatoes
peeled and cut into small cubes
Sunflower Oil
All Purpose Flour
Coriander Leaves
Red Chilli powder
Coriander Leaves
chopped
Sunflower Oil
Coriander Leaves
chopped
Yellow Moong Dal
soaked for 2 hours
Dry Red Chilli
whole broken into pieces
Onion
chopped
Amchur
Sunflower Oil
Heat oil in a Kadai and add red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder, amchur, and turmeric powder.
Stir for 30 seconds and add water to prevent burning.
Keep stirring for 3 minutes.
Add soaked moong dal and stir for 5-7 minutes until parboiled.
Add salt and coriander leaves, mix well, and set aside as the kachori stuffing.
In a mixing bowl, add maida, ajwain, salt, and oil, mix well to make the dough.
Add water gradually to make a smooth, firm dough.
Rest the dough for 15 minutes.
Divide the dough into small, equal rounds.
Press the sides of each dough ball to make a thick center.
Fill each dough center with a tablespoon of the prepared moong dal stuffing and seal from all sides to form the kachoris.
Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes.
Place aluminium foil on a baking tray and brush with oil.
Place kachoris on the tray, spacing them slightly apart.
Brush the upper portion of the kachoris with oil.
Bake in the oven for 20 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.
For the Aloo Sabzi, heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a pressure cooker.
Reduce heat to low, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and dry red chilli, and stir for 1-15 seconds.
Add chopped onions, green chillies, and salt, and sauté until the onions turn slightly brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
Add chopped tomato and cook until soft and mushy.
Add potatoes and all spices, and mix well.
Add 2 cups of hot water and pressure cook for 1 whistle on high flame.
Release pressure naturally.
Remove the lid and stir the curry.
Add chopped coriander leaves and mix well.
Serve Baked Moong Dal Kachori with Aloo Sabzi, garnish with coriander leaves, lemon wedge, and sautéed salted green chilli.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 mins
Kachoris can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container.
Garnish with fresh herbs and a lemon wedge.
Serve hot with chutney.
Serve as a snack or a light meal.
Complements the spices
Discover the story behind this recipe
Popular street food in Kolkata.
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