Aloo Kachori Recipe By Food Fusion (Ramzan Recipe)

Here’s a **crispy & delicious Aloo Kachori** recipe inspired by **Food Fusion**—perfect for **Ramzan Iftar**! 🌙✨ These **flaky, golden kachoris** are filled with **spicy mashed potatoes** and make a great snack with chutney or tea.

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## **🌟 Aloo Kachori Recipe**

### **Ingredients**

#### **For Dough:**
- 2 cups **all-purpose flour (maida)**
- ¼ cup **semolina (sooji) (for extra crispiness, optional)**
- ½ tsp **salt**
- ½ tsp **carom seeds (ajwain)**
- ¼ cup **oil or ghee**
- Water (as needed to knead a firm dough)

#### **For Aloo Filling:**
- 3 medium **potatoes (boiled & mashed)**
- ½ tsp **salt (adjust to taste)**
- ½ tsp **red chili powder**
- ½ tsp **cumin powder (zeera powder)**
- ½ tsp **coriander powder**
- ½ tsp **chaat masala**
- ½ tsp **garam masala**
- ½ tsp **amchur (dry mango powder) (optional, for tanginess)**
- 1 tbsp **green chilies (chopped, optional)**
- 2 tbsp **fresh coriander (chopped)**

#### **For Frying:**
- Oil for deep frying

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### **🌿 Instructions**

#### **Step 1: Prepare Dough**
1. In a bowl, mix **flour, semolina, salt, carom seeds, and oil/ghee**.
2. Rub the oil into the flour with your fingers until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Slowly add **water** and knead into a **firm dough**. Cover and let it rest for **30 minutes**.

#### **Step 2: Make Aloo Filling**
4. In a bowl, mix **mashed potatoes with salt, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, chaat masala, garam masala, amchur powder, green chilies, and fresh coriander**.
5. Mix well and set aside.

#### **Step 3: Assemble Kachoris**
6. Divide dough into **small equal balls**.
7. Roll out each ball into a small **circle (not too thin)**.
8. Place **1-2 tbsp potato filling** in the center.
9. Seal edges by pinching and twisting, then gently flatten it with your hands.

#### **Step 4: Fry Kachoris**
10. Heat oil on **medium-low heat** (not too hot, or they won’t be crispy).
11. Fry kachoris **on low-medium flame** until golden brown and crispy.
12. Drain on a wire rack or paper towel.

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### **🍽️ Serving Suggestion:**
✔ Serve hot with **tamarind chutney, green chutney, or yogurt dip**.
✔ Enjoy with **chai** for a perfect iftar snack.
✔ Sprinkle **chat masala** on top for extra flavor.

Would you like a **baked version** for a healthier alternative? 😊🔥