Tag: Besan

Bhavnagri Gathiya | Gujarati Recipes | Snack Recipes

Crisp with a mild spicy taste, tea-time special Bhavnagri gathiya
09/15/2019 8:22:38 PM vindhyadesai

Come tea-time we have a number of cuisines that offer a great number of snacks to prepare and enjoy. Gujarati cuisine is one of the best of the cuisines to offer a wide variety of snack recipes. It can be anything from dhokla to khandvi or crisp and fun snacks. These special crisp Bhavnagri gathiya is one of the most fun snacks to enjoy at tea-time.
A few simple ingredients and you have fun Bhavnagri gathiya in no time. Here I have made them with a black pepper flavour because of my love for the spice. But you can add red chilli powder or crushed green chilli or garlic. Adding ajwain is important in all besan snacks to aid in digestion. Add hot oil to the dry mixture to make the Bhavnagri gathiya crisp and light. ... “Bhavnagri Gathiya | Gujarati Recipes | Snack Recipes”

Khandvi | Besan Khandvi | Gujarati Recipes

Fresh and tasty, Gujarati special tea-time snack or fun party food, Khandvi
07/09/2019 3:18:16 PM vindhyadesai

I am always fascinated by Gujarati dishes, some are rich and some are very simple. Gujarati dishes have such cute names too, dhokla, khandvi, handvo, undhiyo, thepla etc. I have always loved khandvi and it was one of the first Gujarati dishes I tried a long time ago. These are so soft and flavourful, I can imagine gulping down a few right now.
Khandvi is made with a simple besan and curd batter, cooked till smooth. This batter is then spread out on a plate and topped with freshly grated coconut and coriander leaves. This is then cut into long strips and rolled into a small roll. On top, goes a simple flavourful tadka making khandvi delicious and ready to serve. ... “Khandvi | Besan Khandvi | Gujarati Recipes”

Besan Oats Cheela | Oats Cheela Recipe | Cheela Recipes

Wholesome and soft, with the goodness of oats, besan oats cheela
05/04/2019 9:39:39 PM vindhyadesai

On any day we prefer wholesome fibrous breakfasts at home. Be it these fancy eggless whole wheat waffles, paneer paratha, banana apple oats smoothie or oats upma. So you see the common theme is using whole grains like oats, whole wheat and serve it with fruits or a portion of vegetables. Such breakfasts set you up for the day’s challenges. Keeps your tummy happy, so add one more to that list, besan oats cheela.
The batter for besan oats cheela gets ready in a jiffy and you will be gorging on some tasty breakfast in a matter of minutes. No soaking, no grinding. Besan or gram flour or kadale hittu is protein and mixed with fibrous oats will create the right balance. Some simple spices add flavour to this besan oats cheela making it very tasty. ... “Besan Oats Cheela | Oats Cheela Recipe | Cheela Recipes”

Baalekayi Bajji | Raw Banana Fritters | Snack Recipes

Crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, tea-time special, baalekayi bajji
02/17/2019 8:02:50 PM vindhyadesai

Winter is almost over for many of us in the Northern hemisphere. But still the cold lingers on and one feels like eating something chatpata or crisp at tea time. What better than these crisp baalekayi bajji or raw banana fries/fritters. They are crisp, slightly chatpata and soft on the inside.
A simple batter made with besan and a little rice flour to render crispiness. Then a few simple masalas are added which add the right amount of seasoning. Thin slices of raw banana are dunked into the coating batter and deep fried in oil. A snack ready, in no time at all either for a lazy Sunday afternoon or for tea-time on weekdays! ... “Baalekayi Bajji | Raw Banana Fritters | Snack Recipes”

Bharwan Karela | Stuffed Bittergourd | Bharwa Karela

Loaded with tasty masala stuffing, bitter sweet bharwan karela
12/28/2018 6:22:09 PM vindhyadesai

Bitter gourd or karela is always advertised as a vegetable not preferred by many. But infact it is one of those vegetables made regularly in many Indian homes. Karela, lauki or kaddu (bitter gourd, bottle gourd or pumpkin) atleast one of them will definitely feature on the menu. This might be the reason why it is not liked by many as it is dull, routine and boring. But how about we make the boring bitter gourd or karela interesting and a bit fancy. Bharwan karela is a very commonly made Punjabi dish.
Bharwan karela or stuffed bitter gourd as the name indicates has a flavourful masala stuffing filled into the cavity of karela and then cooked off in a sweet onion base. The flavours mingle so well in this dish and balance the pungent bitterness of the karela really well. Along with bharwan karela I served a simple Methi kadhi and some steamed rice, I say comfort food at its best! ... “Bharwan Karela | Stuffed Bittergourd | Bharwa Karela”

Kottambir Vadi | Coriander Tikki | Snack Recipes

Perfect as a snack for tea time, chatpata and spicy, Maharashtra special, kottambir vadi
11/08/2018 9:57:24 PM vindhyadesai

Tea-time snack recipes are a must, these snacks are not like everyday staple food items. You cannot get away by making rice, dal, saaru, roti, chapathi, sabzi/palya. Tea-time snacks need to have variety but they cannot be deep fried snacks always. Something that goes with your favourite masala chai is definitely kottambir vadi. I learnt this recipe from a magazine clipping I had saved.
Kottambir vadi is nothing but loads of coriander leaves mixed with different masalas and made into tikkis. The specialty about these kottambir vadi is they are steamed like idli first then roasted on a tawa till crisp. Crisp roasted mungphali/groundnuts add crunch to these Maharashtra special kottambir vadi. ... “Kottambir Vadi | Coriander Tikki | Snack Recipes”

Bombay Besan Chutney | Besan Chutney | Chutney Recipes

Tangy, mildly spicy and hot, an easy go-to side dish, Bombay besan chutney
10/28/2018 12:10:03 PM vindhyadesai

There are times when you have run out of vegetables and you are looking to make a side dish. Something that gets ready quickly and more than just grinding a simple chutney. So imagine making a chutney that has a nice texture that also looks like curry. This Bombay besan chutney is exactly that.
Very simple things go into this chutney and gets ready in a jiffy. Bombay besan chutney is similar to jhunuka or zunka from Marathi and North Karnataka. But it is popular all over South India. It is made as a dish for chapathi or dosa. ... “Bombay Besan Chutney | Besan Chutney | Chutney Recipes”

Palak Besan Cheela | Spinach Besan Chilla | Cheela Recipe

Soft, loaded with fresh spinach, perfect breakfast for a rainy morning, palak besan cheela
10/25/2018 1:21:13 PM vindhyadesai

Recipes like cheela are simple yet they make your breakfast really hearty. Palak besan cheela is one of my favourites I started making in recent times.It is rich in protein and fibre, and what do I say about the flavour. Moreover it is instant and makes a quick breakfast.
Some simple spices like ajwain and jeera go into this cheela recipe and it makes the palak besan cheela simply great in taste. It is definitely a kid-friendly recipe, a palak besan cheela just before school and they are set to attend the classes! Just skip green chilli for younger kids.

... “Palak Besan Cheela | Spinach Besan Chilla | Cheela Recipe”

Chakli | Mullu Muruku | Snack Recipes | Diwali Recipes

Crisp and mildly spicy, a favourite tea-time snack, chakli
08/29/2018 8:52:52 PM vindhyadesai

Chakli or muruku is one of the most eternally loved savoury snack in India. In South India this is given so many flavours and made with many kinds of flours these days. A truly great snack and no compromise on the flavours. It’s savoury, mainly salty and hints of spices like ajwain and jeera in the background, a true winner.
At my home, it’s kodubale v/s chakli, with me loving chakli more 🙂 So what do you love more, kodubale or chakli? Of course no would ever deny eating them both if given an option. But for the sake of argument chakli is the best or kodubale, or both. So let’s settle on both. ... “Chakli | Mullu Muruku | Snack Recipes | Diwali Recipes”

Methi Kadhi | Rajasthani Methi Kadhi | Kadhi Recipes

Warm, comforting methi kadhi, perfect for those rainy evenings
08/10/2018 8:01:06 AM vindhyadesai

Kadhi (paladya) and saaru (rasam) work well in all seasons. I can never say no to a meal involving either of these 2 dishes. It gives you an instant feeling of warmth. Methi kadhi is one of my go-to dishes if I have methi in my fridge and after a long day of work. It is so quick to make and methi definitely makes it extra comforting.
This is Rajasthani style methi kadhi whereas Punjabi style methi kadhi generally has pakodas in it. I have already posted Gujarathi kadhi and Karnataka special majjige huLi. Oh, wow so many combinations and so much variety, it’s mind boggling sometimes. For a quick dinner, rustle up some quick jeera rice or peas pulao, and methi kadhi. Serve with pickle and papad. This time I had leftover bharwan karela, it made a fancy meal. ... “Methi Kadhi | Rajasthani Methi Kadhi | Kadhi Recipes”