Raj Kachori Recipe
Savor the magic of the iconic Raj Kachori! With a crispy golden shell cocooning an irresistible mix of fillings, this snack is a true indulgence for all who savor it. Whether you’re tasting it on the bustling streets of India or crafting it in your own kitchen, its flavors are bound to fascinate you.
Prep: 15 minutes mins
Cook: 15 minutes mins
Rest Time30 minutes mins
Total: 1 hour hr
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Egg-free, Vegetarian
Servings: 10 KACHORIS
Calories: 249kcal
RAJ KACHORI INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup Fine Sooji
- 1¼ tablespoons All purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1½ teaspoon Oil to finish the kneaded dough
- ½ cup Water to knead the dough, you may knead a little more or less
- - - Oil for frying
ASSEMBLE FILLING INGREDIENTS
Before you begin, ensure your fillings, chutneys, and spices are ready. Add spices to yogurt.
Whisk it well and set it aside.
FRY RAJ KACHORIS
Combine fine sooji and water in a bowl. Mix until it absorbs all the water.This process is called hydrating the dough. (Read about it in the tips above) Cover and let the mix rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature. After the desired time is over, add baking powder and all-purpose flour. Knead the mix until it comes together like a dough.
Cover and let the dough rest at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.After the rest time is over, knead the dough for 5-7 minutes. This is an essential step. (Read about it in the tips above) Meanwhile, heat the oil in a pan. The oil should be medium hot to fry the kachoris.
Divide the sooji dough into equal portions and roll the dough into a ball.
Start rolling the dough. Use a little oil on each sooji ball and roll the dough into a 5-inch diameter circle using a rolling pin. The rolled puri (kachori) should be of medium thickness, neither too thin nor too thick.
Drop a small piece of dough in the oil to check if the temperature is ideal for frying. The oil is too hot if the dough comes up to the surface rapidly. But if it floats gradually to the surface, the oil is ideal for frying. Drop the kachori into the medium-hot oil. Press the top of the kachori with the slotted spoon to help puff up the kachoris. Using the slotted spoon, pour hot oil over the kachoris to make it puff nicely during frying. Turn over and cook for another minute or two until golden spots appear on the kachori.
Remove from oil and set it on the plate to drain extra oil. Repeat the process with the remaining dough until all the kachoris are fried similarly.
Please wait for the kachoris to cool completely before filling them up.
ASSEMBLE RAJ KACHORI
Once the fried kachoris have cooled down, arrange them on a serving plate. Gently tap and break the top of the kachori and make a small crater. Add 1 tablespoon of crispy potatoes and boiled sprouts inside the kachoris. Crush half dahi bhalla and add it to the kachori. Add chopped green chilies and generously top the Raj kachori with 2 tablespoons of whisked and seasoned yogurt and 1-2 tablespoons each of green and tamarind chutneys.
Top with chopped onions and drizzle with whisked yogurt and chutneys again.
Finally, garnish with thin sev, chaat masala, red chili powder, chopped cilantro leaves, pomegranate arils, and sliced beetroot slices.
Serve it immediately, and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do my kachoris break during rolling?
The probable reason for the Kachoris breaking during rolling is the lack of hydration. You may have added less water while kneading the dough, leading to the breaking of the kachoris. Add enough water so that the semolina is not deprived of water.
Prepare moist and soft dough, and make sure that it is still moist when you begin rolling.
Why are my kachoris not puffing up during frying?
There are two possible reasons for your kachoris not puffing up during frying. Either the oil temperature needs to be corrected, or the kachoris are unevenly rolled. Try fixing these issues, and you will get perfectly puffed-up kachoris.
How can I store the cooked Kachoris?
These Kachoris store perfectly on the counter at room temperature for about 2-3 days. Cooled Kachoris can be covered with kitchen paper towels, and they stay crisp and ready to use for 2-3 days.
When needed, heat the kachoris in the air fryer for 2-4 minutes to make them crunchy and delicious, just like the freshly prepared ones.
The kachoris are best enjoyed when they are served as soon as they are assembled. The assembled kachoris cannot be stored as they will turn soggy in a few minutes and lose their delectability.
However, other dry ingredients can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for easy assembly later.
Can I make this delicacy in advance?
You most certainly can! Act smart, and don’t tire yourself. Do some prep work in advance, as making chaat snacks like Raj Kachori takes time. So prepare the stuffing elements or the kachoris a day earlier.
Usually, I prefer to make the filling ingredients a day earlier, which comprises chutneys, chole, sprouts, and potatoes. I store them in the fridge to use the next day.
The outer shells of Raj Kachori and other ingredients used in the recipe can be prepared ahead of time and stored. The shells, in particular, remain fresh for a fortnight, which qualifies them to be prepared a few days before the festivities.
When the party day arrives, set up a chaat station with the filling ingredients lined around the kachoris. Allow the guests to help themselves and create a customized chaat as they like.
Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 820mg | Potassium: 537mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1158IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 2mg