Lukhmi

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Lukhmi

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Savor the delightful burst of flavors from Hyderabad, Telangana, with Lukhmi. This appetizing starter, a local twist on the traditional samosa, is packed with spiced mutton mince nestled in a flaky and crispy pastry. Lukhmi, named after the Persian word for 'bite-sized', was introduced to Hyderabad by the Nizams and has been a beloved delicacy ever since. Enjoy this royal treat as an entree or a snack that will take your taste buds on a journey to the heart of Indian cuisine.

Servings: 8-10

Ingredients

Oil
as needed for deep frying
Water
as needed for dough
Ghee
2 tablespoons + as needed for dough
Refined flour
2 cups
Salt
to taste
Garam masala powder
1 teaspoon
Red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
Turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon
Ginger garlic paste
1 tablespoon
Green chillies
2, finely chopped
Onions
2, finely chopped
Mutton mince
500 grams

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of ghee in a pan, add finely chopped onions, green chillies and ginger garlic paste. Saute till onions turn golden brown.
  2. Add mutton mince to the pan and cook on high heat for two minutes, stirring continuously.
  3. Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala powder and salt. Mix well and cook on medium heat for another five minutes. Keep it aside to cool.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix refined flour, a pinch of salt and ghee (as needed). Add sufficient water and knead into a stiff dough. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
  5. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll out each portion into a thin sheet.
  6. Place a portion of the cooled cooked mutton mince mixture in the centre of each sheet and fold the edges to form a square.
  7. Heat sufficient oil in a kadai and deep fry the Lukhmis on medium heat till golden brown and crispy.
  8. Drain on absorbent paper and serve hot.

Dietary Information

Servings: 8-10 • Dish Type: Appetizer • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 180 • Fat: 12g • Carbs: 13g • Protein: 6g • Sodium: 1g • Sugar: 1g

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