Follow these steps for perfect results
Turmeric powder
Mustard seeds
Garam masala powder
Salt
Cumin seeds
Garlic
finely chopped
Red Chilli powder
Gram flour (besan)
Dry Red Chillies
Methi Leaves (Fenugreek Leaves)
Water
Sunflower Oil
Ginger
finely chopped
Curry leaves
Wash and chop the fenugreek/methi leaves and keep aside.
In a bowl, combine chickpea/besan flour, red chilli powder, salt, ginger garlic paste, garam masala powder, and turmeric powder.
Add enough water and knead them to a stiff dough.
Add a teaspoon of oil and knead it again.
Divide the dough into small portions.
Apply a little amount of oil onto your palms and roll out small pebble sized balls out of each dough portions (badeela).
Set them ready on a greased plate.
In a heavy bottomed pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil.
Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, curry leaves and dry red chillies.
Cook for about 30 seconds.
Add the rolled badeela (Chickpea flour balls) and give it a good stir.
Cover and cook for badeela for 10 minutes stirring in intervals to check for doneness.
Cook the badeela for 10 -12 minutes until they are cooked and don't taste raw.
Stir in the methi leaves and saute for about 3 to 4 minutes until the methi leaves is cooked and wilts down.
Turn off the heat and serve hot.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
The dough can be made ahead of time.
Garnish with a sprig of fresh curry leaves.
Serve with rice and dal.
Serve as a side dish with roti.
To complement the spices.
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Traditional Andhra dish.
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