Peas Stuffed Pastry (matar Kachori)

Matar Kachori, also known as Peas Stuffed Pastry, is a popular Punjabi snack that is crispy on the outside and filled with a flavorful spiced pea filling on the inside. This delicious dish is perfect for serving as an appetizer or snack.

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Peas Stuffed Pastry (matar Kachori)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
  • 1 cup green peas, boiled and mashed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon green chili, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and ghee. Mix well and knead into a stiff dough using water. Cover the dough and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the mashed green peas, cumin seeds, ginger, green chili, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt to taste. Set aside.
  3. Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls. Roll each ball into a small disc, about 3 inches in diameter.
  4. Place a spoonful of the pea filling in the center of each disc. Bring the edges together and pinch to seal, then gently flatten the ball with your hands.
  5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Carefully slide in the stuffed dough balls and fry until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the kachoris from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  7. Serve the matar kachoris hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Frying pan Rolling pin Slotted spoon

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Matar kachoris are best served hot with mint chutney or tamarind sauce.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the kachoris to ensure they turn out crispy.

Cost

$8