Dabeli

Dabeliis a popular Indian street food, often described as the Indian version of a burger. It’s a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Let’s dive into the materials and production steps.

Dabeli Materials

For the Dabeli Patty:

Boiled potatoes (mashed)

Green chilies (finely chopped)

Ginger (finely grated)

Cumin seeds (roasted and powdered)

Coriander powder

Red chili powder

Garam masala

Turmeric powder

Salt

Oil (for frying)

For the Dabeli Filling:

Pomegranate seeds

Peanuts (roasted and crushed)

Sev (Indian crispy noodle)

Onions (finely chopped)

Cilantro (chopped)

Lemon wedges

For the Dabeli Masala (Spicy Peanut Mixture):

Peanuts (roasted and powdered)

Dry red chilies (roasted and powdered)

Cumin seeds (roasted and powdered)

Coriander powder

Garam masala

Dry mango powder (amchur)

Salt

Sugar (optional)

For the Dabeli Base:

Pav (Indian bread rolls)

Butter (for toasting the pav)

Production Steps

Preparing the Dabeli Patty:

1. Boil potatoes until soft, then mash them.

2. Add green chilies, ginger, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, and salt to the mashed potatoes. Mix well.

3. Shape the mixture into round patties.

4. Heat oil in a pan and fry the patties until golden brown.

Preparing the Dabeli Masala:

1. Roast peanuts, dry red chilies, and cumin seeds until fragrant.

2. Grind them into a fine powder.

3. Add coriander powder, garam masala, amchur, salt, and sugar (if using) to the powder. Mix well.

Assembling the Dabeli:

1. Cut the pav in half and toast it with butter.

2. Apply a generous amount of dabeli masala on the lower half of the pav.

3. Place a fried dabeli patty on top of the masala.

4. Add chopped onions, cilantro, and pomegranate seeds.

5. Sprinkle sev and crushed peanuts.

6. Squeeze lemon juice over the dabeli.

Optional:For a richer flavor, you can add a layer of yogurt or chutney before placing the patty.

Tips:

For a healthier option, you can bake the dabeli patties instead of frying them.

Adjust the spice level according to your taste.

Experiment with different chutneys and toppings to create your own unique dabeli.

Enjoy your homemade dabeli!