Dabeli Recipe
Dabeli, also known as Kutchi Dabeli or Kacchi Dabeli, is a popular street food originating from the Kutch region of Gujarat, India. It's a spicy, tangy, and sweet potato mixture sandwiched between pav (buns), garnished with pomegranate, sev, and peanuts.
Ingredients
- 4 Potatoes medium-sized, boiled and mashed
- 2 tbsp Dabeli masala
- 2 tbsp Tamarind Date Chutney
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Oil
- ½ cup Pomegranate Seeds:
- .5 cup Roasted Peanuts
- Fresh Coriander chopped
For Assembling:
- 3 tablespoon Coriander leaves
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 8 pav buns
Instructions
Prepare the Filling:
- In a pan, heat the oil and add the Dabeli masala. Sauté for a minute until aromatic.
- Add the mashed potatoes and mix well, ensuring the masala coats the potatoes evenly.
- Add the Dabeli chutney and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Once the mixture is well combined, remove from heat. Allow it to cool a bit and then add the pomegranate seeds, roasted peanuts, and grapes. Mix well.
Assemble the Dabeli:
- Slice the Dabeli pav/buns halfway through.
- Spread a generous amount of the potato filling inside each pav.
- Add some chopped onions, sev, and coriander on top of the filling.
- Close the pav and press slightly.
Grill the Dabeli:
- Heat a tawa or griddle and add some butter.
- Place the stuffed Dabeli pav on the tawa and toast on both sides until they are golden brown and crispy.
Serve:
- Serve the Dabeli hot, garnished with more sev, pomegranate seeds, and coriander.
- Accompany with extra Dabeli chutney on the side for dipping.
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Notes
Expert Tips:
- For an extra kick, you can spread some garlic chutney inside the pav before adding the filling.
- Always serve Dabeli hot to enjoy its crispy exterior and flavorful filling.
- You can also add a slice of cheese inside for a cheesy twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 289kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 545mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 2mg
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