Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 cup

Gram flour (besan)

0.5 cup

Curd (Dahi / Yogurt)

whisked well

2.5 cup

Water

0.75 tsp

Green Chilli

crushed

1 tsp

Ginger

grated

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

1 pinch

Asafoetida (hing)

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

for shallow frying

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

2.5 unit

Dry Red Chillies

broken

200 g

Curd (Dahi / Yogurt)

whisked very well

0.5 tsp

Green Chillies

chopped

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~7 min

Prepare the pitor batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine gram flour, yogurt, water, crushed green chilies, and grated ginger. Mix well to form a lump-free batter.

Step 2
~7 min

Cook the pitor batter: Heat 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil in a deep pan or kadhai. Add cumin seeds and asafoetida. Once the cumin seeds crackle, add the gram flour batter.

Step 3
~7 min

Continuously whisk the batter over high heat to prevent lump formation. Cook until the batter thickens and starts leaving the sides of the pan.

Step 4
~7 min

Set the pitor: Immediately transfer the cooked batter to a greased plate or thali. Level the surface with a flat spoon.

Step 5
~7 min

Cool the pitor for 45 minutes, or until it is firm enough to cut.

Step 6
~7 min

Cut the cooled pitor into desired shapes and sizes.

Step 7
~7 min

Shallow fry the pitor pieces in sunflower oil until golden brown and crisp on both sides. Set aside.

Step 8
~7 min

Prepare the curry: In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and coriander powder.

Step 9
~7 min

Temper the spices: Heat 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil in a kadhai. Add cumin seeds and broken dry red chilies. Fry for a few seconds.

Step 10
~7 min

Add chopped green chilies and fry for a few more seconds.

Step 11
~7 min

Add the yogurt mixture to the kadhai. Reduce the heat to low and whisk continuously until the mixture blends well and the spices are cooked.

Step 12
~7 min

Add water to adjust the gravy's thickness and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 13
~7 min

Add the fried pitor pieces to the simmering gravy. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes, being gentle to avoid breaking the pitors.

Step 14
~7 min

Serve hot with steamed rice, Whole Wheat Lachha Paratha, or Lauki raita.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the batter is lump-free for a smooth texture.

Whisk the yogurt mixture continuously to prevent curdling.

Adjust the spice level according to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The pitor can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

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 steamed rice

Serve with roti or paratha

Serve with raita

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lauki Raita
Whole Wheat Lachha Paratha

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Rajasthan, India

Cultural Significance

Traditional Rajasthani cuisine

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Festivals

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

60/100

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