Classic Kothmir Kali Recipe

Gujarati cuisine is renowned for its diverse and delicious flavors, and one dish that truly captures the essence of this cuisine is Kothmir Kali. If you are eager to tantalize your taste buds with a burst of flavors, you have come to the right place. In this recipe guide, we will take you through the classic Kothmir Kali recipe step by step.

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What Is Kothmir Kali?

Kothmir Kali is a savory snack made primarily from fresh coriander leaves (Kothmir in Gujarati) and all-purpose flour. It is a beloved street food item and is often served with a cup of hot masala chai. The dish has a unique blend of flavors, featuring the earthiness of coriander leaves, the warmth of spices, and the crispiness of all-purpose flour.

So, let us share with you our classic Kothmir Kali recipe.

Ingredients:

• 2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup coriander leaves
• 1 cup finely chopped carrot
• 1/2 cup finely chopped capsicum
• 1 cup finely chopped cabbage
• 2-3 boiled potatoes (mashed)
• 1 tbsp garlic-ginger paste
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp black pepper powder
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• 1/2 tsp black salt
• Salt to taste
• Lemon juice
• Oil
• Water as required

Steps of Kothmir Kali Recipe

Start by heating oil in a pan and add 1 tbsp garlic-ginger paste. Saute it.

Then add 1 cup finely chopped carrot, 1/2 cup finely chopped capsicum, and 1 cup finely chopped cabbage. Mix and cook them.

After that, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp black pepper powder, 1 tsp chaat masala, 1/2 tsp black salt, and salt to taste. Mix properly.

Add 2-3 boiled potatoes (mashed) and mix well.

Lastly, add 1 cup of coriander leaves and lemon juice according to your taste. Mix well.

Once they are cooked properly, take them out in a dish and keep them aside.

In a large mixing bowl, add the 2 cups of all-purpose flour, a pinch of salt, and oil. Mix well.

Gradually add water while kneading the dough. Knead the dough thoroughly for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes soft, smooth, and pliable.

Pour 1 tbsp of oil and knead again. The dough should not be very dry or overly sticky.

After that, divide the dough into small-sized balls.

Using a rolling pin, start rolling out the dough into a thin, round circle. The chapati should be thin but not too thin.

Now, heat a non-stick griddle or skillet (tava) over medium-high heat.

carefully place the rolled-out chapati onto it. Then cook chapati slightly on both sides.

In this manner, cook all the chapattis one by one.

Now take one chapatti, put the mixture we have prepared on it, and spread it evenly.

Place the second chapatti on top of it. Then use a knife to cut it into a square shape.

Now heat oil in a pan and fry Kothmir Kali.

Fry until golden brown from both sides.

Your kothmir kali is ready. Enjoy it with a chutney or a hot cup of masala chai or as a snack anytime.

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RECIPE CARD

Classic Kothmir Kali Recipe

Course: SnacksCuisine: IndianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Total time

30

minutes

Gujarati cuisine is renowned for its diverse and delicious flavors, and one dish that truly captures the essence of this cuisine is Kothmir Kali. If you are eager to tantalize your taste buds with a burst of flavors, you have come to the right place. In this recipe guide, we will take you through the classic Kothmeer Kali recipe step by step.

Ingredients :

• 2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 cup coriander leaves

• 1 cup finely chopped carrot

• 1/2 cup finely chopped capsicum

• 1 cup finely chopped cabbage

• 2-3 boiled potatoes (mashed)

• 1 tbsp garlic-ginger paste

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• 1 tsp red chili powder

• 1 tsp black pepper powder

• 1 tsp chaat masala

• 1/2 tsp black salt

• Salt to taste

• Lemon juice

• Oil

• Water as required

Directions

• Start by heating oil in a pan and add 1 tbsp garlic-ginger paste. Saute it.
• Then add 1 cup finely chopped carrot, 1/2 cup finely chopped capsicum, and 1 cup finely chopped cabbage. Mix and cook them.
• After that, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp black pepper powder, 1 tsp chaat masala, 1/2 tsp black salt, and salt to taste. Mix properly.
• Add 2-3 boiled potatoes (mashed) and mix well.
• Lastly, add 1 cup of coriander leaves and lemon juice according to your taste. Mix well.
• Once they are cooked properly, take them out in a dish and keep them aside.
• In a large mixing bowl, add the 2 cups of all-purpose flour, a pinch of salt, and oil. Mix well.
• Gradually add water while kneading the dough. Knead the dough thoroughly for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes soft, smooth, and pliable.
• Pour 1 tbsp of oil and knead again. The dough should not be very dry or overly sticky.
• After that, divide the dough into small-sized balls.
• Using a rolling pin, start rolling out the dough into a thin, round circle. The chapati should be thin but not too thin.
• Now, heat a non-stick griddle or skillet (tava) over medium-high heat.
• carefully place the rolled-out chapati onto it. Then cook chapati slightly on both sides.
• In this manner, cook all the chapattis one by one.
• Now take one chapatti, put the mixture we have prepared on it, and spread it evenly.
• Place the second chapatti on top of it. Then use a knife to cut it into a square shape.
• Now heat oil in a pan and fry Kothmir Kali.
• Fry until golden brown from both sides.
• Your kothmir kali is ready. Enjoy it with a chutney or a hot cup of masala chai or as a snack anytime.

We would love to hear about your Kothmir Kali cooking experience! Share your tips, variations, or any delicious twists you added in the comments. And if you found this Kothmir Kali recipe delightful, pass it along to fellow food enthusiasts so they can savor the flavors of Gujarat too!