Authentic Maharashtrian Zunka Bhakri with Warm Jowar Bhakri
A rustic and protein-rich Maharashtrian delicacy made with gram flour, tempered with mustard seeds, green chillies, and aromatic curry leaves. Served alongside freshly pressed warm sorghum flatbreads for a wholesome meal.
35min
Total Time
3
Servings
Maharashtrian
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Heat oil in a kadhai and add mustard seeds, letting them splutter.
2
Add asafoetida, curry leaves, and green chillies, sautéing for a few seconds.
3
Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent and golden brown.
4
Lower the heat and mix in turmeric powder and salt.
5
In a bowl, mix besan with warm water to form a smooth, lump-free batter.
6
Pour the besan batter into the kadhai while continuously stirring to avoid lumps.
7
Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the flour is thoroughly cooked.
8
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with warm Jowar Bhakris.
Ingredients
2 cups besan (gram flour)
2 finely chopped onions
2 green chillies, slit
1 tsp mustard seeds
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
10-12 fresh curry leaves
3 tbsp oil
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Salt to taste
1.5 cups warm water
3 Jowar Bhakris (warm sorghum flatbreads)
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