मूंग दाल कचौरी (Moong Dal Kachori) is a beloved Indian street food, renowned for its crispy texture and spicy filling. Made from all-purpose flour (maida) and stuffed with a flavorful mixture of split yellow lentils (moong dal) and aromatic spices, these deep-fried pastries are often enjoyed as a snack or breakfast item. Served with tangy tamarind or refreshing mint chutney, Kachoris are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a festive celebration or a casual tea-time treat.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ajwain seeds (carom seeds)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- Water, as needed
For the Filling:
- 1 cup split yellow moong dal (lentils), washed and drained
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 1/2 tsp hing (asafoetida)
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp green chili, finely chopped
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
- 1/2 tsp amchur (dried mango) powder
- Salt, to taste
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil, for deep frying
Method
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and ajwain seeds. Add the oil and mix until crumbly.
2. Gradually add water, kneading until smooth and firm. Cover and rest for at least 20 minutes.
3. Heat oil in a pan; add cumin and fennel seeds. When they crackle, add hing, ginger, and green chili.
4. Add moong dal and roast on low heat for about 10 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
5. Stir in coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, amchur powder, and salt. Cook for another 5 minutes and cool.
6. Divide dough into balls, flatten, and fill with the moong dal mixture. Seal completely.
7. Heat oil in a deep pan. Fry kachoris until golden brown, turning as needed.
8. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with chutney.
Nutrition Value:
1. For the Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)
- Calories: approximately 800
- Carbohydrates: 168 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Fat: 2 g
- Sodium: 8 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: minimal
- Minerals: small amounts of iron and calcium
- Nutritional benefit: provides energy from carbohydrates and contributes to overall calorie intake.
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Calories: 0
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Sodium: 575 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: none
- Minerals: contributes to sodium intake
- Nutritional benefit: enhances flavor and helps maintain fluid balance.
- 1/4 tsp ajwain seeds (carom seeds)
- Calories: approximately 3
- Carbohydrates: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains some vitamin C
- Minerals: small amounts of calcium and iron
- Nutritional benefit: aids digestion and adds flavor.
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- Calories: approximately 480
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 56 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains vitamin E
- Minerals: none
- Nutritional benefit: provides healthy fats and contributes to energy density.
- Water, as needed
- Calories: 0
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: none
- Minerals: none
- Nutritional benefit: essential for hydration and helps with dough consistency.
2. For the Filling:
- 1 cup split yellow moong dal (lentils), washed and drained
- Calories: approximately 200
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Fat: 1 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains B vitamins
- Minerals: rich in iron, magnesium, and potassium
- Nutritional benefit: high in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestion.
- 2 tbsp oil
- Calories: approximately 240
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 28 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains vitamin E
- Minerals: none
- Nutritional benefit: provides healthy fats for energy.
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- Calories: approximately 8
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Protein: 0.4 g
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains some B vitamins
- Minerals: small amounts of iron and magnesium
- Nutritional benefit: aids digestion and adds flavor.
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- Calories: approximately 6
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains some vitamin C
- Minerals: small amounts of calcium and iron
- Nutritional benefit: aids digestion and provides antioxidants.
- 1/2 tsp hing (asafoetida)
- Calories: approximately 2
- Carbohydrates: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains some B vitamins
- Minerals: minimal
- Nutritional benefit: aids digestion and adds a unique flavor.
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- Calories: approximately 2
- Carbohydrates: 0.4 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains vitamin C
- Minerals: small amounts of potassium
- Nutritional benefit: anti-inflammatory properties and adds flavor.
- 1 tsp green chili, finely chopped
- Calories: approximately 2
- Carbohydrates: 0.4 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: rich in vitamin C
- Minerals: small amounts of potassium
- Nutritional benefit: boosts metabolism and adds heat.
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- Calories: approximately 5
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains some B vitamins
- Minerals: small amounts of iron and magnesium
- Nutritional benefit: adds flavor and may aid digestion.
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- Calories: approximately 5
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains some vitamin A
- Minerals: minimal
- Nutritional benefit: adds heat and may boost metabolism.
- 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
- Calories: approximately 4
- Carbohydrates: 0.9 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains various vitamins from spices
- Minerals: small amounts of calcium and iron
- Nutritional benefit: adds depth of flavor and may have health benefits.
- 1/2 tsp amchur (dried mango) powder
- Calories: approximately 2
- Carbohydrates: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains some vitamin C
- Minerals: minimal
- Nutritional benefit: adds tanginess and aids digestion.
- Salt, to taste
- Calories: 0
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Sodium: variable based on usage
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: none
- Minerals: contributes to sodium intake
- Nutritional benefit: enhances flavor and helps maintain fluid balance.
3. For Frying:
- Vegetable oil, for deep frying
- Calories: approximately 120 per tablespoon
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 14 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Vitamins: contains vitamin E
- Minerals: none
- Nutritional benefit: provides energy-dense fats and contributes to flavor.
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