Follow these steps for perfect results
Horse Gram Flour
Salt
to taste
Mustard Seeds
Garlic
finely chopped
Water
lukewarm
Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
Green Chillies
finely chopped
Sunflower Oil
Mix horse gram flour, half of the garlic, half of the chillies, 1 tablespoon of oil, and salt in a mixing bowl.
Add warm water gradually to make a stiff, pliable dough.
Knead the dough well.
Make log shaped dumplings from the dough.
Cover and keep them aside.
In a pan/kadai, heat the remaining sunflower oil.
Add the mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
Add the cumin seeds.
Add the remaining garlic and green chillies.
Add about 1 1/2 cups of water and bring it to a rolling boil.
Drop the dumplings one by one into the boiling water.
Cover and cook until the dumplings are cooked through (about 7-8 minutes).
Serve Kulith Shengole alone, or with Roti, Bhakri, or Hot Steamed Rice for lunch.
Expert advice for the best results
Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) for enhanced flavor.
Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.
Ensure the dumplings are cooked thoroughly to avoid a raw flour taste.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 mins
Dough can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated.
Serve hot, garnished with a sprig of cilantro or coriander leaves.
Serve with a dollop of ghee or butter.
Serve with a side of yogurt or raita.
Spiced tea complements the dish's flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A traditional Maharashtrian dish made with horse gram flour, a staple in the region.
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