India is the home of many flavourful snacks that are crunchy, scrumptious and prepared with right amount of spices. Most of the desi snacks are made with normal kitchen ingredients that are readily available such as besan, maida, bread, potato and yogurt. From samosa to golgappe, Indian snacks never fail to satiate our taste buds. Another good part about our them is the spicy and tangy chutneys that add a magical flavour to the snacks.
Kachori is another such Indian snack that is very popular across the country. It is basically a deep-fried pastry stuffed with a mixture of spiced lentils, potatoes, onions, peas, and other ingredients. It is often enjoyed along with evening tea. Kachoris are also a popular street-food in India that is mainly served with spicy chutney or potato curry. Known to be originated in Rajasthan, it has got many varieties. Pyaz kachori, raj kachori and dal kachori are some popular variations of this snack.
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But this is not the end, kachoris have also got some interesting varieties. From keema to lilva, here are five most interesting variations of kachori you must try:
Keema Kachori
Keema kachori is a non-veg version of this popular snack that is filled with spiced minced meat (keema) and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. The flaky crust of the kachori complements the rich and flavorful keema filling, making it a favorite snack among meat lovers. It is a perfect appetizer for parties or a quick snack for a lazy afternoon.
Mawa Kachori
Mawa kachori is a traditional Indian sweet that originates from the state of Rajasthan. It is a deep-fried pastry filled with a delicious mixture of mawa, sugar, and various nuts and spices. The pastry is crispy on the outside and soft and melt-in-the-mouth on the inside. Therefore, if you are a sweet lover then mawa kachori is a must try for you.
Egg Kachori
This unique version of kachori is made with the addition of egg bhurji. You might be in a doubt before tasting it, but we bet you will love it. Egg kachori is made with flour and egg bhurji cooked with a few spices. Garnish it with fresh coriander leaves before serving and pair the kachoris with meethi or green spicy chutney.
Fish Kachori
Fish kachori is perfect for a seafood lover. Also known as macher kochuri, it is a quintessential part of Bengali cuisine. Made with boneless fish fillet fried with a little spice, it is crispy from outside and soft from the inside. Fish kachori can be served with aloo curry, pickle or any kind of spicy chutney. Cooking this snack is a bit time consuming but the result is definitely worth it.
Lilva Kachori
Lilva kachori is a gift of Gujarati cuisine that is made from green pigeon peas, peanuts and spices like cumin seeds, asafoetida and coriander powder. It is slightly sweet and spicy and can be served with coriander or tamarind dates chutney. Dry fruits like cashews and raisins are also added into the kachori stuffing. You can also make it healthier by baking it instead of frying.