The conundrum of the Pyaaz Kachori at Rawat Mishthan Bhandaar is one which takes some time to solve. The Kachori is one of the most ubiquitous of North Indian snacks that you can find. A deep fried piece of dough which is filled up with a spicy filling. The Kachori is usually eaten for breakfast and can be combined with either a sweet chutney or a potato curry.
The Scrumptious Kachori
The Kachori at Rawat Mishthan Bhandaar has shot to fame with its crunchy exterior and slightly sour yet spicy filling. Located in one of Jaipur’s bustling markets, the Rawa Mishthan Bhandaar is a sweet shop that serves out a plethora of items. A little booking corner is where you pay for your orders before moving over to the counters to get them packed. The Mawa Kachori and the Mirchi Vada are two of Rawat’s prized items. The former captures the fascination that Indians have for sweetness. Dipped in a stiff sugar syrup, it is a heart attack on a plate. I would suggest this only for people who are in love with extreme sweetness. Otherwise, just tasting a small piece is good enough. The Mirchi Vada, on the other hand, has a stuffed green chili deep fried in batter. Devoid of its seeds, the chili gives off a fragrance that wouldn’t have been able to experience elsewhere.
Now let’s get to the crux of the matter, the Pyaaz Kachori. Like an urban myth, the confusion between the Pyaaz and Aloo Pyaaz variant has multiplied quite a few fold. But the servers at the famous shop dispel all the myths. The famed Onion (Pyaaz) Kachori has a mixture of potatoes and onions filled in it. The mixture is marinated with one of their secret pickles giving it the characteristic tangy taste. Each of these huge monstrosities cost INR 50 and even a single one is enough to fill you up for breakfast. They are packed in special containers which have holes in them to keep them crisp for a long time.
