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Upvas Kachori

Upvas Kachori

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Upvas Kachori is a majestic and profoundly crisp Maharashtrian heritage snack, uniquely celebrated for its potato-and-coconut profile suited for fasting. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of mashed potato shells stuffed with a bold mixture of fresh coconut, peanuts, and dry fruits. Known for its sophisticated golden-brown appearance and status as a world-famous mandatory snack during Navratri in traditional high-end Indian luxury household sessions, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Fasting-Gourmet' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and savory-sweet, with the inner filling providing a unique professional-grade moist contrast to the crunchy shell. Best enjoyed hot with peanut chutney or sweetened curd. A mandatory choice for the refined regional fasting seekers.

Prep Time25 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

4 Large Potatoes, boiled and mashed
1 cup Fresh coconut, grated
1/2 cup Roasted peanuts, crushed
2 tbsp Raisins and Cashews, chopped
2-3 Green chilies, finely chopped
1 tsp Cumin powder
1 tsp Sugar
1 tsp Rock salt
Arrowroot flour (Ararot) for binding
Pure Cow Ghee for frying
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using arrowroot powder for the outer shell is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade authentic crispness during fasting.
  • Ensuring the filling is tightly packed provides the absolute secret to achieving superior professional-grade structure while frying.
  • The addition of a little lemon juice to the filling provide the essential professional-grade tangy-sweet lift.
  • Always fry on medium heat specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade internal-cooking is achieved.

Nutritional Information(Per 2 pieces (120g))

Calories

310 kcal

Protein

6g

Fat

20g

Carbs

28g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.