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Kurkej

Recipe by Get Curried

  • Ready in25 min
  • Prep15 min
  • Cook10 min
  • CuisineIndian · North Indian
  • Serves4 People
  • DifficultyEasy
  • Calories~350 kcal
Kurkej

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 400 gmsBoiled Potatoes (mashed)
  • 1/2 cupChopped Capsicum
  • 1 cupChopped Cabbage
  • 1/2 cupGrated Carrots
  • 1/2 cupChopped Onions
  • 1 tbspGinger-Garlic Paste
  • 1/4 cupCoriander Leaves
  • as per tasteSalt
  • 2 tspKashmiri Red Chilli Powder
  • 1 tspGaram Masala Powder
  • 1 tbspCoriander Seeds Powder
  • 2-3 tbspSemolina
  • 2-3 tbspCorn Flour

For Frying

  • for dustingRefined Flour
  • for fryingOil

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Prepare the Kurkej Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine the mashed boiled potatoes, chopped capsicum, chopped cabbage, grated carrots, chopped onions, ginger-garlic paste, coriander leaves, salt, Kashmiri red chilli powder, garam masala powder, and coriander seeds powder. Add 2-3 tablespoons of semolina and 2-3 tablespoons of corn flour for binding.

  2. 2.Knead the Dough

    Knead all the ingredients together thoroughly with your hands to form a stiff, well-combined dough.

  3. 3.Shape the Kurkej

    Take a small portion of the dough and roll it between your palms to form narrow, oblong shapes, similar to seekh kebabs.

  4. 4.Dust with Refined Flour

    Lightly dust the shaped kurkej with refined flour, ensuring each piece is well coated. This helps prevent them from breaking during frying. Allow them to rest for some time.

  5. 5.Deep Fry the Kurkej

    Heat oil in a deep pan for frying. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the kurkej into the hot oil. Deep fry them until they are crisp and golden brown on all sides.

  6. 6.Serve

    Once the kurkej are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a serving plate. Serve hot.

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Kurkej

Ready in

25 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

10 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal
Recipe by Get Curried on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. 1

    Prepare the Kurkej Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine the mashed boiled potatoes, chopped capsicum, chopped cabbage, grated carrots, chopped onions, ginger-garlic paste, coriander leaves, salt, Kashmiri red chilli powder, garam masala powder, and coriander seeds powder. Add 2-3 tablespoons of semolina and 2-3 tablespoons of corn flour for binding.

  2. 2

    Knead the Dough

    all the ingredients together thoroughly with your hands to form a stiff, well-combined dough.

  3. 3

    Shape the Kurkej

    Take a small portion of the dough and roll it between your palms to form narrow, oblong shapes, similar to seekh kebabs.

  4. 4

    Dust with Refined Flour

    Lightly dust the shaped kurkej with refined flour, ensuring each piece is well coated. This helps prevent them from breaking during frying. Allow them to rest for some time.

  5. 5

    Deep Fry the Kurkej

    Heat oil in a deep pan for frying. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the kurkej into the hot oil. Deep fry them until they are crisp and golden brown on all sides.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Once the kurkej are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a serving plate. Serve hot.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelHot
Ginger · Kashmiri chili · Garam masala
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Cornstarch?

    • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (per 1 tbsp cornstarch)
    • Arrowroot powder (1:1)
    • Tapioca starch (1:1)
Ingredient Substitutions
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Cornstarch?

    • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (per 1 tbsp cornstarch)
    • Arrowroot powder (1:1)
    • Tapioca starch (1:1)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten.
Gluten
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