Sharing with you today a simple yet authentic Maharashtrian snack called Kothimbir Vadi. The use of Goda masala in this recipe gives it the distinct taste. Goda Masala is a very unique masala prepared in Maharashtrian households. Its blackish brown in colour and every house has a unique way of preparing this. You can read more about Goda Masala here.
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Serves 4
Ingredients:
2 cups gram flour (besan),
1 cup chopped coriander,
2-3 green chillies, (more if you like spicy)
5-6 garlic pods,
1/2 tsp turmeric powder,
1 tsp goda masala or shahi garam masala,
1/4 tsp asafoetida,
1 tsp white sesame seeds,
Salt as per taste,
For tempering:
2 tsp oil,
1 tsp mustard seeds,
8-10 curry leaves,
1 tbsp grated coconut,
1 tbsp chopped coriander,
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Method:
- Grease a 1 inch depth plate with oil and set it aside. You could use a bowl with a flat surface or a steamer vessel also.
- Make a fine paste of chillies and garlic and set it aside.
- In a big bowl add the gram flour, chopped coriander, chilli-garlic paste, turmeric powder, sesame seeds, ghoda masala or garam masala, asafoetida and salt and mix well.
- Add little water at a time and make a thick batter. The consistency should resemble the dosa or cake batter.
- Put the batter into the greased plate or steamer vessel and steam for 10-15 mins until skewer inserted comes out clean.
- Allow it to cool. Cut into squares and arrange it in a serving plate.
- Heat oil for tempering. Add the mustard seeds. Once it crackles, add the curry leaves and pour this tempering into the arranged plate.
- Garnish with grated coconut and green coriander and serve warm.
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Another variation to the same dish is once you cut it into pieces, you could deep fry it in hot oil. Remove on a paper towel and follow the steps of tempering. Serve hot with green chutney. I choose the steamed version as its more healthy and makes a light snack.
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