Banaras Kachori

Crispy, spicy street food from the ghats of Varanasi

About Banaras Kachori

:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} is a famous street food of Varanasi (Banaras), Uttar Pradesh. It is known for its crispy outer layer and spicy potato or lentil stuffing, usually served with tangy chutney and aloo sabzi.

Ingredients

Flour Dough

Refined flour (maida) mixed with ghee

Stuffing

Spiced lentils or mashed potato mixture

Spices

Ajwain, chili, cumin, and garam masala

Recipe

Prepare Dough

Mix flour, salt, and ghee to form soft dough.

Make Filling

Cook and spice lentils or potatoes.

Stuff Kachori

Fill dough balls with spicy mixture.

Deep Fry

Fry until golden and crispy.

Quick Facts

Origin

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Type

Street Food Snack

Taste

Spicy & Crispy

Served With

Aloo curry & chutney