Upvas Aloo Kachori, or Vrat Ki Kachori also known as a Buff Vada in Gujarat. It is a delightful fasting snack that has become a beloved treat during religious fasts or upvas in Maharashtra too. This crispy, savory delight is a perfect fusion of simplicity and indulgence, making it a favorite among those observing dietary restrictions during fast.
Crafted with care, these kachoris are made from a dough of potatoes and arrowroot powder as a binding agent, delicately seasoned with a pinch of salt. The star of the show, however, is the filling – a heavenly blend of grated fresh coconut and roasted crushed peanuts, infused with the warmth of cumin and the zing of green chilies and ginger. This harmonious combination of flavors and textures creates a burst of joy in every bite.
The beauty of Upvas Aloo Kachori lies in its versatility. These delectable morsels can be enjoyed as a mid-day snack, accompanied by a steaming cup of tea, or served as an appetizer to kick off a festive meal. Their portability also makes them an excellent choice for those on the go, ensuring that the devotees can savor the flavors of tradition even during the busiest of days.
For many Maharashtrians, Upvas Aloo Kachori holds a special place in their hearts and culinary traditions. It is a testament to the ingenuity of the region’s cuisine, which has masterfully crafted dishes that cater to the needs of those observing religious fasts while still delivering an explosion of flavors. Whether you’re a devotee or simply a lover of exceptional food, these kachoris are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
Upvas aloo kachori can be served during tea time or served as an appetizer or accompanied with meals. It’s an perfect dish for all those who follow Navratri vrat/fast/upvaas.
Ingredients:
Kachori Dough
• 5-6 Medium Sized Potatoes
• ½ cup Arrowroot Powder
• Salt
Kachori Stuffing
• 1-2 tbsp Ghee/Clarified Butter
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 2-3 finely Chopped Green Chilies
• 1 tsp Grated Ginger
• 1 cup Grated Fresh Coconut
• ½ cup Roasted Peanuts (Crushed)
• 1-2 tsp Sugar
• Salt
Other Ingredients
• ½ Arrowroot Flour For Coating
• Oil for frying
Chutney
• ½ cup fresh Coconut
• ½ cup Roasted Peanuts
• 1-2 Green Chilies Chopped
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• Salt
• 1 tsp Sugar
Method:
Chutney
1. Take all chutney ingredients into the mixer grinder jar.
2. Add ¼ cup water (add extra water if needed) in it and blend it till smooth chutney and keep aside.
Kachori Cover/Dough
1. Boil the potatoes, peel the skin and then mash or grate it into the mixing bowl.
2. Add arrowroot and salt into the mashed potatoes, mix it well and knead into the firm dough and keep aside.
Stuffing
1. Heat ghee in the pan; add cumin seeds, chopped green chilies, ginger, then add grated coconut and sauté for few seconds.
2. Add crushed peanuts, mix it and cook it for 2-3 mins, while stirring on medium flame.
3. Add sugar, salt and mix well to make the filling mixture and keep aside.
How to Process
1. Take a small portion of the dough and press it between palms to make a small round disk using your fingers, stuff one spoon coconut mixture, cover the edges and form into a ball, make sure there is no any crack on ball surface, otherwise it will spoil into the oil while frying.
2. Repeat step 1 for rest of the dough and the filling mixture and make more kachori balls.
3. Now take those balls and coat lightly with dry arrowroot flour and keep aside.
4. heat the oil for frying in deep kadhai or pan, then deep fry all balls in small-small batches into the hot oil till golden brown in color on medium flame.
5. Drain the katchori balls on paper towel. Upvas Aloo Kachori is ready, Serve hot with prepared coconut-peanut chutney and enjoy.
Tips
• If dough is sticky and too soft add little more arrowroot.
• You can add more green chilies into the stuffing or chutney if you like spicy taste.
• You can store prepared uncooked kachori balls into the refrigerator to make it later.
• You can bake or air fry these kachori balls if you want.
- Kachori Dough
- 5-6 Medium Sized Potatoes
- ½ cup Arrowroot Powder
- Salt
- Kachori Stuffing
- 1-2 tbsp Ghee/Clarified Butter
- 2-3 finely Chopped Green Chilies
- 1 tsp Grated Ginger
- 1 cup Grated Fresh Coconut
- ½ cup Roasted Peanuts (Crushed)
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1-2 tsp Sugar
- Salt
- ½ Arrowroot Flour For Coating
- Oil for frying
- Chutney
- ½ cup fresh Coconut
- ½ cup Roasted Peanuts
- 1-2 Green Chilies Chopped
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- Salt
- 1 tsp Sugar
- Chutney
- Take all chutney ingredients into the mixer grinder jar.
- Add ¼ cup water (add extra water if needed) in it and blend it till smooth chutney and keep aside.
- Kachori Cover/Dough
- Boil the potatoes, peel the skin and then mash or grate it into the mixing bowl.
- Add arrowroot and salt into the mashed potatoes, mix it well and knead into the firm dough and keep aside.
- Stuffing
- Heat ghee in the pan; add cumin seeds, chopped green chilies, ginger, then add grated coconut and sauté for few seconds.
- Add crushed peanuts, mix it and cook it for 2-3 mins, while stirring on medium flame.
- Add sugar, salt and mix well to make the filling mixture and keep aside.
- How to Process
- Take a small portion of the dough and press it between palms to make a small round disk using your fingers, stuff one spoon coconut mixture, cover the edges and form into a ball, make sure there is no any crack on ball surface, otherwise it will spoil into the oil while frying.
- Repeat step 1 for rest of the dough and the filling mixture and make more kachori balls.
- Now take those balls and coat lightly with dry arrowroot flour and keep aside.
- Heat the oil for frying in deep kadhai or pan, then deep fry all balls in small-small batches into the hot oil till golden brown in color on medium flame.
- Drain the katchori balls on paper towel. Upvas Aloo Kachori is ready, Serve hot with prepared coconut-peanut chutney and enjoy.
You can add more green chilies into the stuffing or chutney if you like spicy taste.
You can store prepared uncooked kachori balls into the refrigerator to make later.
You can bake or air fry these kachori balls if you want.
