Stuffed Mirchi bhajji also known by different names like Mirapakaya bajji or Menasinakai bajji in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh and Mirch Pakora in Madhya Pradesh.

Stuffed Mirchi Bhajji is prepared using bhavnagri green chillies which are thick and not so spicy version of chillies. Bhavnagri Mirchi is slit, deseeded and stuffed with mashed potato mixture, dipped in besan batter and deep-fried.

Stuffed Mirchi bajji comes from the land of Rajasthan which is now popular in many regions of India. Though every state has its own version to make it depending on the ingredients available and used in that particular area.

Mirch Pakora has now become the famous street food in India which people prefer for breakfast. These chillies aren’t available all round the year. So, whenever I spot these chillies at a vegetable vendor I pick it up to make different varieties.

This time around, since monsoon is extended till Oct and making us all crave for some fried stuff I thought of making this stuffed mirchi bajji and enjoy with a cup of tea.

It makes for a perfect tea time snack or a side dish with a meal.

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How to prepare for Stuffed Mirchi Bajji –

Most important part while making mirchi bajji is to slit and deseed mirch (chillies). Always use bhavnagri chillies to make this bhajji. Make sure to pat dry the chillies after washing it. Boil and mash potatoes. Prepare besan batter and keep it ready.

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How to make Stuffed Mirchi bajji or Mirapakaya bajji –

Prepare the stuffing by adding required spices in mashed potatoes. Fill the stuffing in deseed chillies. Dip the chillies in besan batter and deep fry.

What kind of chillies can be used –

The not so spicy version of chillies called bhavnagri chillies is the best for this recipe. However, if you can handle the heat, you can try other varieties as well. Make sure to use thick chillies for this recipe.

Step by Step Recipe of Bharwa Mirch Bhajji -

Slit and Deseed Chillies –

1. Wash and pat dry chillies. Make a slit vertically and deseed completely using the back of the spoon.

Prepare Stuffing –

1. In a mixing bowl, mash boiled potatoes.

2. Add salt to taste, chaat masala, red chilli powder, black salt, dry mango (amchur) powder and finely chopped coriander.

3. Mix everything well together.

4. Fill the stuffing in slit green chillies.

Prepare besan batter (For Coating) -

1. In a mixing bowl add besan (gram flour), rice flour, turmeric powder, coriander powder, dry mango (amchur) powder, salt to taste, asafetida, red chilli powder. Mix everything well together.

2. Add curd and mix well.

3. As required, add water as required to give thick yet flowing consistency.

4. Just before frying add the fruit salt and a Tsp of water.

5. Mix gently.

For Frying –

1. Use whole stuffed chilli or cut into two.

2. Dip it into besan batter and coat nicely.

3. Deep fry in a medium-hot oil on a medium flame till golden crisp.

4. Serve hot.

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Mirchi Bhajji

Stuffed mirchi bhajji is Rajathani street food. Bhavnagri chillies are stuffed with potato mix, dipped in gram flour batter and deep fried.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Course Snack

Cuisine Indian

Servings 3

Ingredients

Bhavnagri Green Chillies – 4 No.

For Stuffing

Mash Boiled Potatoes - 4 No.
Salt to taste
Chaat Masala - 1 Tsp
Red Chilli Powder - 1/2 Tsp Optional
Black Salt to taste
Dry Mango Amchur Powder - 1 Tsp
Finely Chopped Coriander - 2 Tbsp

For Batter

Besan Gram Flour - 1 Cup
Rice Flour - 1 Tbsp
Turmeric Powder - 1/2 Tsp
Coriander Powder - 1/2 Tsp
Dry Mango Amchur Powder - 1/2 Tsp
Salt to taste
Asafetida - 1/8th Tsp
Red Chilli Powder - 1/2 Tsp
Curd - 2 Tbsp
Water as required
Fruit Salt - 1/2 Tsp
Oil for frying

Instructions

Slit and Deseed Chillies –
Wash and pat dry chillies. Make a slit vertically and deseed completely using the back of the spoon.

Prepare Stuffing

In a mixing bowl, mash boiled potatoes.
Add salt to taste, chaat masala, red chilli powder, black salt, dry mango (amchur) powder and finely chopped coriander.
Mix everything well together.
Fill the stuffing in slit green chillies.
Prepare besan batter (For Coating) -
In a mixing bowl add besan (gram flour), rice flour, turmeric powder, coriander powder, dry mango (amchur) powder, salt to taste, asafetida, red chilli powder. Mix everything well together.
Add curd and mix well.
Add water as required to give thick yet flowing consistency.
Add fruit salt and a Tsp of water.
Mix gently.