Recipe

Authentic Himachali Khatta Meetha Pande with Pahadi Ghee

Experience the rustic flavors of the Himalayas with this traditional sweet and sour delicacy, perfectly paired with fragrant ghee. This comforting dish brings warmth and authentic mountain heritage straight to your dining table.

55min Total Time
4 Servings
Himachali Cuisine
Recipe
1
In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour with a tablespoon of melted ghee and a pinch of salt.
2
Gradually add water to knead a firm dough and let it rest for 15 minutes.
3
Divide the dough into small equal portions and shape them into flattened discs.
4
Heat the remaining desi ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
5
Pan-fry the prepared discs on both sides until they turn golden brown and crisp.
6
In a separate pan, prepare the sweet and sour sauce by simmering tamarind pulp, jaggery, fennel seeds, dry ginger powder, and asafoetida until thickened.
7
Coat the crisp wheat discs in the warm tangy sauce or serve the sauce on the side for dipping.
8
Enjoy this traditional Himachali treat warm, drizzled with extra ghee.
Ingredients
2 cups whole wheat flour
3 tablespoons pure desi ghee
1/2 cup jaggery powder
1 cup tamarind pulp
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon dry ginger powder
A pinch of asafoetida
Salt to taste
Water as needed
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