Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tsp

Garam masala powder

1 unit

Salt

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

4 cloves

Garlic

finely chopped

2 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1.5 cup

Gram flour (besan)

2 unit

Dry Red Chillies

4 cup

Methi Leaves (Fenugreek Leaves)

0.25 cup

Water

1 unit

Sunflower Oil

1 inch

Ginger

finely chopped

1 sprig

Curry leaves

Step 1
~3 min

Wash and chop the fenugreek/methi leaves and keep aside.

Step 2
~3 min

In a bowl, combine chickpea/besan flour, red chilli powder, salt, ginger garlic paste, garam masala powder, and turmeric powder.

Step 3
~3 min

Add enough water and knead them to a stiff dough.

Step 4
~3 min

Add a teaspoon of oil and knead it again.

Step 5
~3 min

Divide the dough into small portions.

Step 6
~3 min

Apply a little amount of oil onto your palms and roll out small pebble sized balls out of each dough portions (badeela).

Step 7
~3 min

Set them ready on a greased plate.

Step 8
~3 min

In a heavy bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil.

Step 9
~3 min

Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, curry leaves and dry red chillies.

Step 10
~3 min

Cook for about 30 seconds.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the rolled badeela (Chickpea flour balls) and give it a good stir.

Step 12
~3 min

Cover and cook for badeela for 10 minutes stirring in intervals to check for doneness.

Step 13
~3 min

Cook the badeela for 10 -12 minutes until they are cooked and don't taste raw.

Step 14
~3 min

Stir in the methi leaves and saute for about 3 to 4 minutes until the methi leaves is cooked and wilts down.

Step 15
~3 min

Turn off the heat and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.

Adjust the amount of red chilli powder to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dough can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and dal.

Serve as a side dish with roti.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Andhra Style Ingavu Chaaru
Steamed Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Andhra Pradesh, India

Cultural Significance

Traditional Andhra dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family Gatherings
Everyday Meal

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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