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Indian Express
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
MasterChef Australia contestant makes Raj kachori, judges call it ‘seamlessly chaotic'
Indian street foods like pani puri, vada pav, dabeli, aloo tikki, and more have been gaining global attention, thanks to travel influencers diving into the stories and traditions behind these flavourful dishes. Indian-origin chef Depinder Chhibber, who won hearts with her culinary skill in MasterChef Australia Season 13, has made an exciting return in the show's 17th season. Back on the global stage, the Delhi-born chef is once again representing Indian cuisine, and this time, she's doing it with a street food classic that holds a special place in her heart, Raj kachori. In a recent episode, Chhibber transported the judges straight to the bustling streets of Delhi with her take on this iconic snack. In a viral video, she assembled the dish live in front of the judges, beginning by delicately piercing a hole in the crisp kachori shell. Inside, she layered in boiled moong sprouts, spiced potatoes, and chickpeas. She then poured in spiced curd, followed by generous drizzles of sweet tamarind and green chutneys. Taking it a step further, she added more curd, decorating both the filling and the kachori's outer shell. The final plating came with a sprinkle of Kashmiri chilli, pomegranate arils, and crunchy sev. The judges were wowed by the dish, describing it as 'seamlessly chaotic', 'lovely', and 'wonderful'. So impressed were they that they crowned Chhibber the 'Queen of Raj Kachori'. Watch here: A post shared by MasterChef Australia (@masterchefau) Several social media users hailed Chhibber, with one of them saying, 'Depinder really representing Indian street food like a pro.' Another user commented, 'Just so good to see Depinder beautifully presenting Indian Street food.' 'I had it yesterday in delhi, and as an Indian looking at this video rn, its making me tear up. Thank you @depinder_ for doing this for all of us,' a third user reacted. Last year, Indian-origin contestant Sumeet Saigal left the MasterChef Australia judges in awe after she served them a plate of the beloved Indian snack pani puri.
NDTV
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
MasterChef Australia Contestant Depinder Chhibber Makes Raj Kachori; Earns Praises
Indian-origin chef Depinder Chhibber, who wowed audiences with her culinary skills in MasterChef Australia Season 13, recently made a comeback on the show in its ongoing 17th season. The Delhi-born contestant has been showcasing the rich and diverse flavours of India on the international stage. In the latest episode, Depinder whipped up a classic street food dish from her hometown, Delhi. Can you guess what it was? None other than Raj Kachori. She prepared all the components of the dish at her kitchen station and assembled it in front of the judges. Also Read: Depinder begins by poking a hole in the kachori. She then adds some boiled or steamed moong sprouts inside, followed by a serving of spiced potatoes and chickpeas. The next step is to pour in spiced curd, which is topped with sweet tamarind and green chutney. She adds a bit more curd to the dish and also uses it to decorate the outer layer of the kachori, followed by drizzles of red and green chutneys. For the final touch, she garnishes the kachori with Kashmiri chilli, pomegranate arils and a sprinkle of sev. The judges described Raj Kachori as "seamlessly chaotic", "lovely", and "wonderful". The dish even got her the name - "Queen of Raj Kachori" - from the judges. Watch the full viral video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by MasterChef Australia (@masterchefau) Depinder Chhibber also shared a carousel of pictures on Instagram and showcased the glorious dish. In the caption, she wrote, "Raj Kachori - Undoubtedly this dish captivates the essence of street food in my hometown, New Delhi, also one of my personal favourites. Extremely technical to create and construct (the wonderful artisans who work on the streets in Delhi make it look so easy, respect), delicious and an absolute flavour bomb! I could write a book on it." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Depinder Chhibber (@depinder_) Raj Kachori is a popular Indian street food, featuring a crispy, hollow puri filled with a variety of savoury and tangy ingredients. Believed to have originated in the city of Bikaner, Rajasthan, this delicacy has gained popularity across North India. For those unfamiliar, 'Raj' in Hindi means 'royal' or 'grand,' reflecting the rich and indulgent stuffing inside the kachori. It is typically topped with generous amounts of yoghurt, spices, cilantro chutney, sweet tamarind chutney, sev and pomegranate arils – creating a true explosion of flavours. Click here for an easy and quick recipe for raj kachori.
India Today
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Indian-origin contestant's Raj Kachori impresses MasterChef Australia judges. Watch
After Aslam's Butter Chicken, MasterChef Australia'' contestant Depinder Chhibber's Raj Kachori wowed the judges. So much so that judge Sofia Levin said, "If Raj Kachori is the king of street food, you're the queen."If you've followed MasterChef Australia over the years, you'll likely remember Depinder, who impressed the judges with her Indian meal — Chhole, Kadhai Paneer, Gobhi Paratha, Bhindi Fry, Stir Fried Rice, and a pickle made from her grandma's special recipe. She was part of MasterChef Australia Season 13. advertisementThis time, she shared a piece of her childhood by plating the popular Indian street food, Raj Kachori. As she served the dish to the judges, Depinder called it a special moment, saying, "because this dish captures my childhood." As Depinder assembled her Raj Kachori with spiced potatoes, chickpeas, spiced yogurt with vara, and chutneys, the judges were heard saying, "I'm salivating, fixated."Along with the food, the contestant also served the memories attached to this lip-smacking street food. Speaking about it, Depinder became emotional. "I don't know why I'm crying. I've had this all my life. I used to get the whole thing. My mum and dad were like, 'Dude, you're not going to be able to eat this by yourself.' I'd say, 'I will,' but I never could finish it," she shared, as the dish transported her back in time. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MasterChef Australia (@masterchefau)As the judges tried the Raj Kachori, Depinder eagerly awaited their reactions. Chef Andy Allen enjoyed the street food, commenting, "There's just so much going on. And it works seamlessly, all of your senses are going wild. I can only explain it in looks, taste, and texture. It reminds me of how I describe India - seamlessly chaotic."Must Watch
