Spinach And Cottage Cheese Stuffed Pastries (bhojpuri Palak Paneer Kachori)
This Spinach and Cottage Cheese Stuffed Pastries recipe, also known as Bhojpuri Palak Paneer Kachori, is a delicious and savory dish from the Bhojpuri cuisine. These crispy pastries are filled with a flavorful mixture of spinach and cottage cheese, making them perfect for a snack or light meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 cup crumbled cottage cheese (paneer)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, and ghee. Gradually add water and knead into a smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled cottage cheese, cumin seeds, garam masala, and red chili powder. Mix well.
- Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a small circle. Place a spoonful of the spinach and cottage cheese mixture in the center of each circle. Fold the edges to seal and shape into a ball.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the stuffed pastries until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with chutney or sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 220 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Frying pan Rolling pin
Tools
Knife Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the Spinach and Cottage Cheese Stuffed Pastries with mint chutney and a hot cup of chai for a delightful snack.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to seal the edges of the pastries well to prevent the filling from leaking during frying.
Cost
$10