Sindhi Kachori (سندھی کچوری)

سندھی کچوری (Sindhi Kachori) is a popular savory snack from the Muhajir Cuisine, known for its crispy and flavorful filling.

Sindhi Kachori (سندھی کچوری)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup semolina
  • 1/4 cup ghee
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp coriander seeds
  • 1/2 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 cup boiled and mashed potatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, semolina, ghee, and salt. Knead into a firm dough using water. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, dry roast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and fennel seeds. Crush them coarsely.
  3. Combine the crushed seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, mashed potatoes, and chopped cilantro to make the filling.
  4. Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a small circle.
  5. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center and seal the edges to form a kachori.
  6. Heat oil in a pan and fry the kachoris until golden and crispy.
  7. Serve hot with chutney or yogurt.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Frying pan Rolling pin

Tools

Knife Spatula

Serving suggestions

Sindhi Kachori is best served hot with mint chutney and a cup of chai.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can also add a handful of soaked and drained moong dal to the filling for added texture and flavor.

Cost

$5