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Hara Bhara Kabab

Delicious Hara Bhara Kabab: 3 Easy Cooking Methods to Try

Hara Bhara Kabab is a flavorful, nutritious appetizer made with spinach, green peas, and paneer, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 kababs
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Kebab Mix
  • 2 cups fresh spinach Use fresh for optimal taste
  • 1 cup green peas Substitute with frozen if fresh is unavailable
  • 2 medium potatoes Boiled and mashed
  • 1 cup paneer Swap with firm tofu for a vegan option
  • 1/2 cup roasted besan Can substitute with breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste Freshly prepared for the best flavor
  • to taste spices (Garam Masala, Amchur Powder) Adjust according to preference
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil Neutral oil for frying or baking
For Garnishing
  • 4 whole cashews Omit for a nut-free option

Equipment

  • blender
  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Air Fryer

Method
 

How to Make Hara Bhara Kabab
  1. Begin by dry roasting coriander seeds, fennel seeds, black peppercorns, and cloves over low heat until aromatic.
  2. In a blender, combine ginger, garlic, and green chilies, blending them into a smooth paste.
  3. Blanch fresh spinach and green peas in hot water for about 2 minutes, drain and squeeze out excess moisture.
  4. In a skillet, sauté the ginger-garlic-chili paste in a splash of oil, then add garam masala and a tablespoon of water, cooking until fragrant.
  5. In a large bowl, mix together the boiled and mashed potatoes, paneer, ground greens, roasted spice mix, besan, amchur powder, and salt.
  6. Form the mixture into flat, round patties, and press a whole cashew into the center of each kebab.
  7. Choose cooking method: Pan fry until golden brown, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or air fry at 350°F (180°C) for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kebabCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with mint chutney or yogurt sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges.

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