Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 cup

Horse Gram Flour

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Mustard Seeds

5 cloves

Garlic

finely chopped

1 cup

Water

lukewarm

0.5 tsp

Cumin Seeds (Jeera)

2 unit

Green Chillies

finely chopped

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

Step 1
~3 min

Mix horse gram flour, half of the garlic, half of the chillies, 1 tablespoon of oil, and salt in a mixing bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Add warm water gradually to make a stiff, pliable dough.

Step 3
~3 min

Knead the dough well.

Step 4
~3 min

Make log shaped dumplings from the dough.

Step 5
~3 min

Cover and keep them aside.

Step 6
~3 min

In a pan/kadai, heat the remaining sunflower oil.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.

Step 8
~3 min

Add the cumin seeds.

Step 9
~3 min

Add the remaining garlic and green chillies.

Step 10
~3 min

Add about 1 1/2 cups of water and bring it to a rolling boil.

Step 11
~3 min

Drop the dumplings one by one into the boiling water.

Step 12
~3 min

Cover and cook until the dumplings are cooked through (about 7-8 minutes).

Step 13
~3 min

Serve Kulith Shengole alone, or with Roti, Bhakri, or Hot Steamed Rice for lunch.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of ghee or butter.

Serve with a side of yogurt or raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roti
Bhakri
Steamed Rice
Yogurt
Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Maharashtra, India

Cultural Significance

A traditional Maharashtrian dish made with horse gram flour, a staple in the region.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Meal
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

65/100

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