Authentic Himachali Khatta Meetha Pakeelu with Pahadi Ghee
Experience the authentic flavors of Himachal Pradesh with these delightfully tangy and sweet wheat flour dumplings. Tossed in aromatic spices and finished with a drizzle of pure desi ghee, this traditional comfort dish brings mountain warmth straight to your table.
55min
Total Time
4
Servings
Himachali
Cuisine
Recipe
1
In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, a pinch of salt, and a teaspoon of ghee. Gradually add water to knead a firm, pliable dough.
2
Divide the dough into small portions and roll them into cylindrical or twisted dumpling shapes known as pakeelu.
3
Heat mustard oil in a heavy-bottomed pan, add cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and asafoetida, letting them splutter.
4
Add water, tamarind pulp, jaggery powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder to the pan, bringing the mixture to a rolling boil.
5
Gently drop the prepared wheat dumplings into the boiling sweet and sour gravy.
6
Cover the pan with a lid and simmer on medium-low heat for about 20 minutes until the dumplings are thoroughly cooked and absorb the rich flavors.
7
Drizzle the pahadi desi ghee over the top, give it a gentle stir, and serve hot.
8
Enjoy the comforting traditional Himachali dish straight from the hills.
Ingredients
2 cups whole wheat flour
2 tbsp pahadi desi ghee
1/2 cup jaggery powder
2 tbsp tamarind pulp
1 tsp fennel seeds
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
1/4 tsp asafoetida
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
Salt to taste
3 cups water
1 tbsp mustard oil
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