Post published on November 10, 2023 by vspiceroute

Last post modified on April 10, 2024 by vspiceroute

Introduction

Hara Bhara Kebab Waffles are simply a waffle version of Hara Bhara Kababs. Hara Bhara Kebabs are famous North Indian appetizer that contains potatoes, spinach, paneer, peas and spices. They are usually made in patty form and pan fried but we are going to instead cook them in waffle maker and avoid frying. It is healthy, gluten free and has some protein in each tikki.

Hara Bhara Kebab reminds me of Punjabi restaurants from India. These kebas are always included in the appetizer menu. They are filled with greens and taste so delicious. Some restaurants shallow fry them and since it contains large amount oil, I decided to cook them in waffle maker and make a less oil and health version. These are perfect to serve as an appetizer for Diwali or Holiday parties. The flavors are perfect and everyone in my house approved of it.

Dish History:

Hara Bhara Kebab got its name by what it means. It is full of greens and Hara in Hindi stands for green color and Bhara means full of. The word kebab comes from arabic origin that means roasted. You can make different variety of kebabs for example, Kala chana kebabs.In this cases these patties are usually pan fried but I gave a twist to the pan fried version by making them in a waffle maker.

How to make Hara Bhara Kabab Waffles?

Boil and mash potatoes

Blanch the spinach and boil green pease

Grind spinach, green peas and green chilies

Add the spinach peas mixture to boiled potatoes

Add grated paneer to the potato and green mixture

Now add ginger garlic paste, turmeric powder, salt, red chili powder, amchoor powder, garam masala powder and cumin powder

Using your hands mix it together and see if you need bread crumbs or chickpea flour. If you stuffing is soft then as breadcrumbs or chickpea flour as needed

Form mini patties and you can place cashew in the middle of each patty

Grease the waffle maker with oil

Cook the patty in the waffle maker for 8 minutes and flip it mid way and let it cook again on the other side

Once done on both sides, serve it along with lime wedge, green chutney and tamarind dates chutney

Equipment needed:

Mixing Bowl, waffle maker, pressure cooker, grinder

Storage:

In an airtight container for few hours

Serving suggestions:

Serve it as a snack or an appetizer along with green chutney and lime wedge

Alternative ingredients:

You can use raw banana instead of potato. You can also add rice or corn flour instead of chickpea flour. Skip garlic paste for jain version. For vegan version skip paneer

Expert Tips:

First cook one waffle to see if you need to add additional bread crumbs or chickpea flour. Grease the waffle maker well before cooking the waffles. If needed let the waffles sit for longer for crispy texture.