Matar Kachori | Green Peas Kachori

Matar Kachori or Green Peas Kachori is a delicious fried snack. Kachori can be stuffed with any filling of your choice like Moong dal, Aloo etc.  This Kachori perfectly combines the goodness of spiced green peas with the crunchy, golden outer shell.. You can serve it with chutneys like sweet tamarind chutney, mint, coriander chutney or ketchup. You can also break the crust of Kachori and fill with chutneys, onions and sev. Enjoy !

Prep Time: 25 MIn  

COOK TIME: 20 MIN. 

 

Matar Kachori

TOTAL TIME: 45 MIN

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

Flour 2 cups

1-2 tbsp oil

Ajwain- 1 tsp

Salt 1 tsp

water for kneading

Oil for frying

Filling

Peas-1/2 cup (soaked)

Ginger shreds-1/2 tsp

Green chilies-1-2 finely chopped

Jeera-1 tsp
Fennel-1 tsp
Hing- pinch
Turmeric- pinch
Oil-1 tsp

Red chili pwd- 1tsp

Dhani Jeera pwd-1 tsp
Garam masala -1tsp

Besan/ Gram flour-1 tsp
Amchur pwd-1/2 tsp
Salt for taste

Method- Sieve the flour. Next add the oil and mix the flour till crumbly. Next add salt and water and mix to make a stiff dough. Cover and rest for 30-45 mins. 

Heat oil in kadai. Next Grind the peas with chilies and without water. In a pan, take oil add jeera, green chilies, turmeric, hing, fennel seeds, all the masala powders and fry. Next add the ground mix of  peas and mix well. Add salt, besan and fry till the mixture becomes dry. Take small portion of dough and make a cup, add the peas filling. Close the cup. Flatten it and roll it into small thick puri. 

Slowly slide the kachoris in the oil and fry on medium heat till golden brown on both sides.  Serve Matar Kachori / Green Peas Kachori hot with ketchup or chutney of your choice. 

Whether you're craving something savory or looking to impress guests with a traditional snack, Green Peas Kachori is a must-try!

Adjust the spices/salt as per your taste and preferences.

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Aloo Dal Vada

Aloo Dal Vada is yet another delicious and nutritious fritter variety you can make from potatoes. Easy to prepare. Aloo Dal Vada is a flavorful and hearty lentil-based fritter that's elevated with the comforting addition of potatoes. This crispy, golden treat combines the earthy taste of lentils with the softness of potatoes, making it a satisfying snack or appetizer.

Whether enjoyed with chutneys or yogurt, Aloo dal vada is a refreshing new option to add to your culinary repertoire. 

You can check other recipes that you can make from potatoes.

 
Let us learn how to make Aloo Dal Vada

Aloo Dal Vada

Ingredients

 

• 1 cup Chana Dal
• Hing-pinch
• 5-7 Green Chillies 
• Salt to taste
• Turmeric-pinch
• Coriander leaves
• Ginger shreds few
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 2 potatoes washed and shredded
• Oil for deep frying
• Jeera-1tsp
• Crushed Peanuts-few

Method:

Soak Channa Dal for half an hour.  

Next grind soaked channa dal with jeera, salt, green chillies, ginger

 hing very coarsely with very little water. 

Next add grated potatoes, crushed peanuts, chopped coriander leaves,

onions, and salt to the mixture and mix well. 

Make small balls and flatten it. Set it on a plate. 

In a kadai, heat oil, slowly slide in the vadas deep fry till golden brown on both sides. 
Drain on absorbent paper. 

Serve flavourful and crispy Aloo Dal Vada  hot with chutney or sauce 

or enjoy just like that with hot cup of tea or coffee. 

Note: Adjust the spices and seasonings as per your taste and preferences.

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Potato Rava Vada

Potato Rava Vada/  ರವೆ ವಡೆ  is crispy, yummy fried snack of South India. Enjoy with hot cup of tea or coffee. Rava vada is a fave delicacy of Karnataka!

Whether you're preparing it for a family gathering, a quick evening snack, or a special celebration, these vadas are sure to win hearts with their irresistible taste and texture. This is potato version sans onion. Do try it out.

Ingredients:

Potato Rava Vada

• Rice flour-1 tbsp
  
• Maida-4 tbsp
• Chiroti rava-1/2 cup
• Finely chopped coriander leaves
  
• Curry leaves few
• Finely chopped green chilies-5-7
• Finely shredded potato 1 cup
• Jeera -1 tsp
• Oil for frying
• Curds-2 tbsp
• Salt to taste

Method:

Wash and peel and grated the potatoes. Soak in water for 10 mins. 

Next in a bowl, add rice flour, maida  and rava, curds, salt, shredded potato, chilies, coriander and jeera add very little water, if req and mix to form the dough. 

Apply oil to aluminum foil and take a small amount of dough and pat it into small vadas. 

Heat oil in kadai, slowly pick it up and slide into the oil. 

Fry well till golden brown on both sides. 

Drain them on absorbent paper. 

Enjoy  potato rave vade hot with chutney or just like that with a cup of tea/Coffee. 

(you can pat into thin vadas or keep it thick, it will taste well)

Easy to make and absolutely delicious, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves exploring traditional Indian snacks with a twist! Enjoy the crispy goodness with your loved ones and share the joy of homemade comfort food

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Paneer Bread Roll

Paneer Bread Roll is tasty, delicious snack with healthy vegetables and paneer. It's crispy on the outside and spicy and creamy soft on the inside. A favourite among kids and adults alike. Enjoy it hot. These Stuffed Paneer Bread Rolls are not only easy to make but also a perfect combination of crispy, savory, and spicy flavors.

Paneer Bread Roll

 

Course:  Appetizer, Starter, snacks
Cuisine: Indian
Prep time: 25min
Cooking time: 25mins
Total time: 50 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• 2 Potatoes boiled and grated
• 1/4 cup steamed peas
• 1/2 cup mix steamed veg 
• (beans, carrot, onion ,capsicum)
• 9-10 Bread Slices 
• Finely chopped Coriander leaves 
• Finely chopped Green chilies
• 1/2 tsp Red chili pwd
• 1/4th tsp Garam Masala pwd
• 1/4 tsp chili flakes
• 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup grated paneer
• 1/4 tsp jeera
• Salt for taste
• Oil for frying
• Binding
• Flour paste for binding.
•  (1 tbsp corn flour+milk)
• Bread crumbs

• Method: 

• Add salt, jeera, all the masalas mentioned above in the ingredients to the mashed potatoes, peas, mix veggies, paneer and mix well. Take some water in a bowl and dip a bread slice for few seconds. Squeeze the water from the bread by pressing between palms gently. Place  the veggie filling over the damp bread and roll over and seal the edges of the bread covering it completely. Ensure it is neatly covered.

• You can make it any shape.  I have made rolls.

• Next dip it in flour paste. Next roll it over bread crumbs covering it fully. Set it aside for some time. Heat oil in a kadhai, slowly add the roll in the oil and deep fry on medium flame till golden brown. Remove and place it over absorbent tissue. 

• Serve these delicious bread rolls hot with green chutney and tomato sauce.

• Adjust the spices as per your taste and preferences.

Whether served as a snack, appetizer, or a fun party treat, the Stuffed Paneer Bread Rolls are sure to impress family and friends alike. With their warm, cheesy filling wrapped in a golden crust, these rolls are perfect for any occasion. Enjoy them with your favorite chutney or dip for an added burst of flavor!

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Vada Pav

Vada Pav is an interesting savoury snack with Aloo Vada sandwiched in between Pav, drizzled with chutneys. It is popular street food of Mumbai!

With its rich history and mouthwatering taste, Vada Pav continues to capture hearts and taste buds worldwide. Next time you're craving something satisfying and full of flavor, prepare your own home made Vada Pav with the below recipe and indulge in this irresistible bite of India’s street food culture!

Below is the recipe 

Aloo Vada

Ingredients

 

1cup gram flour (besan)

Vada Pav

2 tbsp Rice flour
Salt to taste
1/4 tsp Garam Masala 
1/4 tsp dhania jeera pwd
1 tsp hot oil
Water


2 Potatoes (boiled and mashed)
4-5 Green Chilies (chopped)
Coriander leaves -few
Curry leaves-few
Mustard-1/2 tsp
Jeera -1/2 tsp
Chana dal-1/2 tsp
Urad dal-1/2 tsp
Hing-pinch
Turmeric pwd-pinch
lemon juice-1 tsp
Oil for frying

• Method -In a kadai, make the seasoning with mustard, jeera ,chana dal, urad dal, curry leaves, hing, green chillies. Once done add the mashed potatoes, salt and mix well .Make small balls of this mixture. Next in a bowl, add gram flour, rice flour, turmeric powder, little salt, masala pwds, hot oil. Add little water and  make a batter for the vadas. Dip each ball in the batter and deep fry till golden brown. Keep it ready in a plate.

Ingredients: 

Pav - 8

Butter- for toasting

Green Chutney

Sweet Chutney

Dry Garlic Chutney (opt)

Serving Method:

Slice each pav horizontally .Spread green chutney on one side of the pav and tamarind chutney on the other side. Place a Aloo Vada between the pav halves. Add dry garlic chutney on top if req. Close the pav and press to seal. On a tava, add butter , roast the assembled Vada pav on the tava lightly. Your home made Vada pav is ready for serving. You can enjoy Vada Pav just like that or with chutney and sauce.

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Methi Vada

Methi Vada is yet another delicious and nutritious fritter variety made from Methi leaves blended in spices. Easy to prepare. A lentil base with fresh greens making it healthy and tasty. The slightly bitter yet aromatic flavor of methi pairs beautifully with the crispy texture of the vada, making it a perfect snack or appetizer. 

Whether enjoyed with chutneys or yogurt, methi vada is a refreshing new option to add to your culinary repertoire. 

You can check other recipes that you can make from Methi/ Fenugreek leaves.

Methi Vada

Let us learn how to make Methi Vada

Ingredients

 

• 1 cup Channa Dal
• Hing-pinch
• 5-7 Green Chillies 
• Salt to taste
• Turmeric-pinch
• 1/2 cup coconut
• Coriander leaves
• Ginger shreds few
• 1/2 cup Onions finely chopped
• 1 cup (washed and cleaned)
• Methi leaves finely chopped
• Oil for deep frying
• Jeera-1tsp
• Crushed Peanuts-few

Method:

Soak Channa Dal for half an hour.  

Next grind soaked channa dal with jeera, salt, green chillies,

 hing very coarsely with very little water. 

Next add grated coconut, crushed peanuts, chopped coriander leaves,

chopped methi leaves, onions  and salt to the mixture and mix well. 

Make small balls and flatten it. Set it on a plate. 

In a kadai, heat oil, slowly slide in the vadas deep fry till golden brown on both sides. 
Drain on absorbent paper. 

Serve flavourful and crispy Methi Vada  hot with chutney or sauce 

or enjoy just like that with hot cup of tea or coffee. 

Methi or Fenugreek leaves is rich in minerals and vitamins. So, go ahead and give these flavorful delights a try – and remember, the only thing better than the first bite of crispy Methi Vada is the second!!

Note: Adjust the spices and seasonings as per your taste and preferences.

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Vegetable Cutlet

Vegetable cutlet is a favorite snack recipe. A best bet on a rainy day or a nice evening snack with a hot cup of tea with spicy chutney or sauce. Filling and nutritious. 

Ingredients

 

• 1 cup Poha powdered

• 

  Vegetable Cutlet

  Salt to taste
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• Chiroti Rava (for rolling)
• 
  
• Vegetable Mix
• 2 Potato (boiled and mashed)
• 1 cup -mix vegetable 
• (beans, peas, capsicum, carrots)
  
• 4-5 Green Chilies (chopped)
• Coriander leaves -few
• Dhani-Jeera pwd-1 tsp
• Curry leaves-few
• Coriander leaves- few chopped
• Chili flakes-few
• Garam Masala-1 tsp
• Bhath pwd-1 tsp
• Oil 
• Mustard seeds-1/2tsp
• Jeera-1/2 tsp

• 
  Method -

• In a kadai, make the seasoning with mustard, jeera , curry leaves, green chillies. Once done add the vegetables, stir fry till done next add the boiled potatoes ,salt and mix well.  Once cool, add the masala pwds one by one, mix well. Next add the powdered poha, bread crumbs, salt, coriander leaves, and mix really well so that it forms a thick blended mix.  
• Divide the dough into small balls and shape it into any shape -round or heart shaped. I have made cylindrical shape. Roll it over the chiroti rava/bread crumbs so it is coated well. Keep cutlets to set it well for 5-10 mins. Next heat a pan or tawa add 1 tbsp oil, place 2-3 pieces of cutlet and cook in slow to medium heat until it becomes crusty and brown, turn to other side and cook again until done if needed drizzle some oil, repeat same for rest of pieces.

• Serve Vegetable Cutlet hot with chutney and ketchup.
• The use of wholesome ingredients makes these vegetable cutlets, perfect for those looking to maintain a balanced lifestyle. 
• Whether as a snack, side dish, or main course, vegetable cutlets are a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal. 
• So, why not enjoy these guilt-free treats while nourishing your body at the same time?

(you can also add onions)

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Hara Bhara Kabab

Hara Bhara Kabab is a popular Indian vegetarian appetizer made with nutrition rich spinach, peas, and potatoes, flavored with spices and herbs.

Enjoy this flavorful and nutrient-packed delicacy as part of a well-balanced diet for a nourishing culinary experience.

Nutrition details : (references from Net)

Spinach: It is loaded with essential nutrients like iron, vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folate and antioxidants.

Peas: Green peas are a good source of plant-based protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals such as vitamin K, manganese, and folate.

Potatoes: While potatoes are starchy, they also provide essential nutrients like potassium, vitamin C, and fiber.

Hara Bhara Kabab Ingredients

• 2 cups spinach (palak),(blanched and finely chopped)
• 1 cup green peas steamed
• 2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp ginger garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• 1tsp Dhania-jeera pwd
• 1/2 tsp amchur pwd
• Salt to taste
• Roasted gram flour (besan) for coating
• Cashews to place over the kabab
• Oil for shallow frying

Method:

• In a bowl, add the boiled potato , steamed peas and mash well, add the chopped spinach and all the above ingredients except oil and mix well. 
• Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them as kababs.
• Take a small portion of mix, flatten it, pat it well. Place cashews on the top.
• On a tava, add oil and place the kababs shallow fry till golden brown on low heat.
• Flip on the other side and roast well. 
• Roll it over roasted besan.
• Serve Hara Bhara Kabab with fresh salads, yogurt-based dips, or homemade chutneys made from fresh herbs and spices. These additions not only enhance the flavor but also provide additional nutrients and hydration.

 

This recipe uses minimum oil as we are shallow frying. 

Note : Always adjust the amount of green chilies and spices according to your personal taste preferences, health needs and dietary restrictions.

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Kala Chana Salad

Kala Chana Salad or Chickpea Salad is a healthy, nutritious and protein infused. This Chickpea , legume variety is easily available.  The salad or Chana Chaat is spicy and flavorful.

Ingredients

• Kala Chana– 1 cup
• (soaked and cooked soft )

  

  Kala Chana Salad

  
  
• Tomatoes-1/2 cup (chopped)
• Onion-1 /2 cup (chopped)
• Dhania Jeera pwd-1/2 tsp
• Garam Masala-1/2 tsp
• Red chili Pwd-1/2  tsp
• Green chutney-1 tsp
• Oil-1-2 tsp
• Salt-for taste
• Cumin seeds -1/2 tsp
• Coriander leaves-few
• Yogurt-1 tsp
• Lemon juice-1/2 tsp
• Sev for garnish

Method-

In a pan, heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds add onions and sauté well.

Next add chilies and fry for 1-2 mins.

Next add chopped tomatoes,and fry till mushy. Next add the masala pwds and fry. 

Add the cooked kala chana and mix.

Add salt and mix well.

Add lemon juice,garnish with coriander leaves and sev on top.

Enjoy this spicy and tangy  Kala Chana Salad! 

 

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Corn Sabudana Vada

Corn Sabudana Vada  is a fried snack made from sago/ sabakki with sweet corn.  This is a favourite Maharashtrian snack made from Tapioca pearl. Enjoy this version made from sweet corn with a hot cup of tea..

Corn Sabudana Vada

 

Ingredients:   

• 1 cup Sago (sabudana)
• 2 cup Potatoes, boiled and grated
• 1/2 cup sweet corn steamed
• 3 tbsp Roasted peanuts,
• 5-6 Green chillies, finely chopped
•  Fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Jeera/Cumin seeds
• Salt  to taste
• Oil  to deep fry 

Method: Corn Sabudana Vada Recipe

Soak the Sabudana in enough water for about 3-4 hours.

Once soft, drain the water.

Add steamed corn, grated boiled potatoes, chilies, coriander leaves, 

crushed, roasted peanuts, salt, jeera, and mix well to form the dough.
Make small balls and flatten it. Set it on a plate.

In a kadai, heat  oil, slowly slide in the vadas, deep fry till golden brown on both sides.

Drain on absorbent paper.

Serve this gluten free  Corn Sabudana Vada hot with chutney or sauce.

Perfect for fasting or as a light snack, it offers a delicious balance of textures and flavors. With the right blend of spices and a crispy exterior, these vadas make for an irresistible treat that’s both satisfying and wholesome. 

Whether served with chutney or enjoyed on their own, Corn Sabudana Vadas are sure to please any palate!

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Palak Poha Cutlet

Palak Poha Cutlet is easy snack for kids or elders, smart way of including greens in your  diet.  You can make from leftover Poha or use fresh soaked ones.  A delightful fusion of crisp, golden cutlets with the goodness of spinach (palak) and poha (flattened rice), these cutlets are packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor. These are light and satisfying—making them ideal for any time of the day.

Prep time:  15 mins

Cook time: 15 mins

Total time: 30 mins

Servings: 8 tikkis

Author: Smita

Ingredients:

• 2-Potatoes boiled and mashed

  

  Palak Poha Cutlet

  
  
• Salt as per taste
• 1 tsp pepper pwd
• 1 cup Poha (leftover) 
• 1 cup washed and blanched palak 
• 1-2 finely chopped green chilies
• 1/4 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp Red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp dhania jeera pwd
• Lemon juice
• Oil for shallow-frying.
• Bread Crumbs for coating.

Method: 

Chop the palak leaves and add the masala pwd and salt and mix it well add mashed potatoes, soaked poha, pepper pwd, green chilies, lemon juice and mix well. Take small portion of mix, flatten it, pat it well. Roll it on the bread crumbs. 

In a kadai, add oil and place the cutlet shallow fry till golden brown on low heat.

Flip on the other side slowly. 

Once done serve Palak Poha Cutlet hot with ketchup or chutney.




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Nippat Masala

Nippattu Masala, a spicy chaat item is a famous signature street food in Bangalore. It is easy to prepare and enjoyed by all.  Crunchy and full of flavour.

Ingredients

• 5-8 Nippattu
• 1 cup sev
• 1 tomato finely chopped
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 1 cucumber finely chopped
  

  

  Nippat Masala

•  few chopped coriander leaves
• 1 carrot shredded.
• few peanuts
• Green chutney
• Sweet  chutney
• 1-2 tsp red chili pwd
• 1-2 tsp cumin pwd
• 1-2 tsp chaat masala
• Lime juice

• Method: 
• 
  
• Align the Nippattu on a plate. In a bowl mix chopped onion, tomatoes, carrot. Add chutney, salt masala powders and mix well. Stack the nippat with this mix. Add chutney a wee bit. Sprinkle sev and peanuts, pomogrante on the top. 
• Squeeze lemon juice, a bit of masalas if req and garnish with coriander leaves.
• ( I havent put since I did not have it that day )
• Enjoy Nippat Masala immediately.

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