Have you ever tried HARA BHARA KEBAB? A healthy vegan snack!

Introduction

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to make delicious Hara Bhara Kebabs, a healthy and vegan snack perfect for parties, barbecues, or as a nutritious addition to your meals. These kebabs are not only gluten-free but also packed with flavor and nutrients. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

• Boil Potatoes:

  • Take a few potatoes, add half a teaspoon of salt, and boil them in a pressure cooker or a pan.

• Chop Vegetables:

  • Finely chop a handful of green beans, half a green pepper, and one small green chili (optional for heat).

• Wash Spinach:

  • Rinse a handful of fresh spinach leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt.

• Prepare Peas:

  • In a separate pan, add frozen peas with enough water to cover them and bring to a boil.

• Combine Greens:

  • Once the water boils, add the spinach to the pan with peas and cook for about 5 minutes. Drain and then place the mixture in cold water to retain its green color.

Step 2: Sauté the Base Ingredients

• Heat Oil:

  • In a pan, add a couple of teaspoons of oil (sunflower or rapeseed), and heat it.

• Add Spices:

  • Add half a teaspoon of cumin seeds and a piece of chopped ginger (about half a cm). Sauté for a minute.

• Include Aromatics:

  • Add a couple of grated garlic cloves and the chopped green chili. Sauté for another minute.

Step 3: Combine the Mixture

• Add Chopped Vegetables:

  • To the sautéed mixture, add the chopped green beans and green pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.

• Season:

  • Stir in half a teaspoon of chaat masala, half a teaspoon of black salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well.

• Incorporate Greens:

  • Add the drained peas and spinach to the pan. Stir and cook for a couple more minutes. Turn off the heat and let it cool.

Step 4: Prepare the Binding Ingredients

• Make Breadcrumbs:

  • Blitz two slices of brown bread into fine crumbs.

• Combine Ingredients:

  • In a bowl, add the cooled vegetable mixture, one boiled and grated potato, the breadcrumbs, half a teaspoon of salt, half a teaspoon of ground cumin, and two heaped tablespoons of cornflour. Mix well to bind everything together.

Step 5: Shape and Cook the Kebabs

• Shape Kebabs:

  • Form the mixture into patties. You can place a cashew nut in the center of each patty for added flavor.

• Cook:

  • Heat a non-stick pan with a tablespoon of oil. Spread it out and add the kebabs. Cook until golden brown, adding more oil if necessary.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy

• Serving Suggestions:
  • Serve the kebabs hot with tomato ketchup or green coriander chutney for dipping.

Conclusion

You now have a tasty and healthy recipe for Hara Bhara Kebabs that can be enjoyed as a snack or part of a meal. These kebabs are a great way to incorporate more greens into your diet while satisfying your taste buds. Give them a try, and feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your preference! Happy cooking!