How many times have you been to weddings only for this gorgeous chaat cart which is parked on the lawn? Or, maybe when you are hanging out with your friends and everyone feels like nibbling on chaat, then here is what you need! Why eat from outside when you can volunteer to have a chaat party at your place?
If you have decided on one already then kachori chaat is something that should not be missed out on. Also, known as Raj kachori, this is a delightful kachori chaat recipe whose tips we have listed below for your convenience! So let's have a look, shall we?
What is kachori chaat
Also known as Raj kachori, the name itself tells us about the supremacy of the dish. A dish as regal and delicious as this kachori with stuffing deserves its place on the table every time you are craving something along the lines of chaat but also resembling a kachori. Of course, you must have tried Raj Kachori or kachori chaat several times at different chaat centers and shops but let us tell you that making this kachori at home is no big deal either.
You can serve the kachori fresh or sometimes when there is extra you can keep it in an airtight container! This way your kachori will be able to stay fresh and crunchy for at least a week. Yup, you heard that right! Sometimes the ran kachori chaat or kachori chaat is popularly known as the tokri chaat. That's because it resembles the shape of a token or a basket that is filled with stuffing. The outer shell is made of grated potatoes! Let's find out how you can prepare this one at home. Shall we?
Kachori Stuffing
If you are looking to save some time in the kitchen then you can prepare the kachori stuffing the day before and keep it ready to fill the pockets of the kachori later on when the guests have turned up. Even the chana can be boiled ahead of time and of course, the chutney should also be prepared and saved inside an airtight glass jar to increase its shelf life.
If you have tried making pani puri at home then that is just the miniature version of the kachori stuffing we are about to teach you today. Sooji and rava can be used in the dough of the kachori to give it a crispy texture. A large pani puri is exactly what it is going to be! Aren't you excited already? So let's go.
Keep a couple of ingredients handy so you don't have to go hunting for them in the middle of the process!
- Green chutney.
- Tamarind chutney.
- Red chutney.
- Papdi and so on.
- Boondi that you can easily buy from the stores.
Prepping for the Kachori
Well, as we all know, you need to begin with soaking followed by boiling the sprouts. Moong sprouts and boiled chana are two kinds of lentils that you are likely to need in this recipe. Both of them should be soaked separately and then boiled and processed separately to get this kachori done with perfection. Boiled potatoes are also added to the kachori to get this delicious kachori ready.
If you wish to make your festive snacks yummy as well as healthy then you should go ahead and make this kachori with sprouts.
Steps and tips to make your kachori chaat
In a bowl, you are supposed to mix rava, besan, and whole wheat dough the quantity of which you can determine based on the recipe that you are following. Sooji or Rava should be finely grained instead of coarse ones. To the mixture, you should further add salt, red chili powder, fennel, and black pepper. A few pinches of baking soda should also be used to allow your kachori to get inflated while frying and acquire a nice round shape. Add a little bit of oil and mix the ingredients thoroughly. Pour water and then knead the dough nice and tight. The dough should be tough and not soggy. If it seems wet and soggy at first, you must not worry because, through continuous kneading, you can acquire the right texture.
One must allow the dough to remain covered for thirty minutes with a moist kitchen towel. Acquire small balls and then flatten them into circles.
Next up, you need to fry the kachoris well until they turn golden brown! That is when you will get a nice and crispy texture. Dig a hole into the kachori and stuff it with everything that you find fascinating! From sprouts to potatoes, chutney, and so many more savory items. Top it with sev and finely chopped coriander leaves! And you are done! Enjoy the delicious and crispy kachori chaat!