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A beloved Bengali delicacy, these are fluffy, deep-fried breads with a savory, spiced green pea filling. Perfect for a festive breakfast or a special weekend treat, especially during winter when fresh peas are abundant.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Dough
Prepare the Green Pea Filling
A beloved Bengali delicacy, these are fluffy, deep-fried breads with a savory, spiced green pea filling. Perfect for a festive breakfast or a special weekend treat, especially during winter when fresh peas are abundant.
This bengali recipe takes 55 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 401.46 calories per serving with 9.37g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or snack or lunch.
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Stuff and Roll the Kochuris
Fry the Kochuris
For a healthier version, you can make the dough using a 1:1 ratio of all-purpose flour (maida) and whole wheat flour (atta).
Add 1/4 teaspoon of roasted cumin powder and a pinch of garam masala to the filling for a warmer, more complex flavor profile.
This recipe is naturally free of onion and garlic, making it suitable for those who avoid them. The flavors of ginger, hing, and fennel are key.
Green peas are a good source of plant-based protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and overall body maintenance.
The green pea filling provides significant dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and helps in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
Spices like ginger, hing (asafoetida), and fennel seeds are well-known in traditional medicine for their digestive properties, helping to reduce bloating and indigestion.
A single Karaishutir Kochuri contains approximately 150-180 calories, depending on its size and the amount of oil absorbed during frying.
Karaishutir Kochuri is a traditional delicacy and is best enjoyed as an occasional treat. While the green pea filling provides fiber and nutrients, the outer covering is made of refined flour (maida) and is deep-fried, making it high in calories and refined carbohydrates.
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour or a mix of whole wheat and all-purpose flour. Kochuris made with atta will be slightly denser and have a nuttier flavor but will be a healthier alternative.
There could be a few reasons: 1) The oil is not hot enough. 2) The dough was rolled too thin or too thick. 3) The seal on the stuffed dough ball was not tight, causing a leak. 4) The dough was not rested enough.
Absolutely! The green pea filling can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This can save you a lot of time on the day you plan to make the kochuris.
It is traditionally served hot for breakfast or brunch with classic Bengali side dishes like Aloor Dom (spicy potato curry) or Cholar Dal (Bengali-style chana dal).
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