Spicy Bread Discs Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🥘 Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Spicy Bread Discs, a fusion of Asian and Indian cuisine, perfect for a quick lunch or a savory snack. With a preparation time of under an hour, this recipe is not only bursting with flavor but also fits into a healthy lifestyle, being low in cholesterol and packed with essential nutrients.
Ingredients:
- 4 green chilies
- 4 sprigs of fresh coriander leaves
- 4 tablespoons of plain low-fat yogurt
- 4 slices of bread
- 4 tablespoons of semolina
- 2 teaspoons of red chili powder
- 4 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon of garam masala powder
- 2 cloves of garlic
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
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Soak the Bread Slices: Begin by soaking the bread slices in water for about 30 seconds, allowing them to absorb moisture without becoming too soggy.
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Drain and Squeeze: Once soaked, carefully remove the bread slices from the water and gently squeeze out the excess liquid by pressing them between the palms of your hands. This step ensures that the bread maintains its texture while absorbing the flavors of the other ingredients.
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Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the squeezed bread slices with all the other ingredients – chopped green chilies, fresh coriander leaves, plain low-fat yogurt, semolina, red chili powder, fresh lemon juice, garam masala powder, minced garlic, and salt to taste. Knead the mixture thoroughly until it forms a cohesive dough, ensuring that all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Divide the Dough: Divide the dough into equal parts, approximately 1 tablespoon in size, shaping them into small discs or patties. This step allows for even cooking and ensures that each piece is perfectly seasoned.
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Fry the Discs: Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the prepared bread discs into the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd them. Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides, flipping halfway through for even cooking. This process usually takes about 2-3 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the discs.
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Drain Excess Oil: Once fried to perfection, remove the bread discs from the pan and place them on a plate lined with clean paper kitchen napkins. This helps to absorb any excess oil, leaving the discs crispy and delicious.
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Serve Hot: Serve the Spicy Bread Discs hot, accompanied by your favorite condiments such as tomato ketchup or mint chutney. These flavorful discs are best enjoyed fresh off the stove, retaining their crispiness and enticing aroma.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 141.6
- Fat Content: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 0.9mg
- Sodium Content: 197.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 28.1g
- Fiber Content: 2.2g
- Sugar Content: 4.9g
- Protein Content: 5.2g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the spiciness according to your taste preferences by adding more or fewer green chilies and red chili powder.
- For a gluten-free option, you can use gluten-free bread slices or substitute semolina with gluten-free flour.
- These Spicy Bread Discs can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Simply reheat them in a toaster or oven before serving to restore their crispiness.
