Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 cup

Barnyard Millet Flour

0.5 cup

Amaranth Flour

0.5 cup

Tapioca Flour

0.5 cup

Water Chestnut Flour

2 unit

Potatoes

peeled and grated

1 tsp

Cumin Seeds

2 unit

Green Chillies

crushed

2 tbsp

Coriander Leaves

2 tbsp

Groundnut Powder

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tbsp

Ghee

for cooking

Step 1
~4 min

Mix barnyard millet flour, amaranth flour, tapioca flour, and water chestnut flour in a mixing bowl.

Step 2
~4 min

Dry roast the flour mixture in a heavy-bottom pan on low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously until fragrant. Cool completely.

Step 3
~4 min

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the roasted flour mixture, grated potatoes, cumin seeds, crushed green chilies, coriander leaves, groundnut powder, and salt.

Step 4
~4 min

Add water gradually to form a soft, pliable dough.

Step 5
~4 min

Divide the dough into 4-5 equal portions.

Step 6
~4 min

Grease a non-stick griddle with ghee.

Step 7
~4 min

Place one portion of the dough on the griddle and pat it with your fingers to form a 4-5 inch circle. Alternatively use a plastic sheet or banana leaf to pat the dough into a circle

Step 8
~4 min

Make a hole in the center and 4 more around it using your fingertip.

Step 9
~4 min

Drizzle ghee into the holes.

Step 10
~4 min

Cook covered on low heat until the underside is golden brown.

Step 11
~4 min

Flip and cook the other side for a minute until cooked through.

Step 12
~4 min

Repeat with the remaining dough portions.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve hot with Dhaniya Pudina Chutney and Boondi Raita.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Dry roasting the flours enhances their flavor and aroma.

Adjust the amount of green chilies to your spice preference.

Use a plastic sheet or banana leaf to pat the dough if it's too sticky to handle directly.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The flour mixture can be dry roasted and stored ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (Earthy and nutty)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with chutney and raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dhaniya Pudina Chutney
Boondi Raita
Yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Maharashtra, India

Cultural Significance

Traditionally eaten during Hindu fasting days (Upvaas).

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Navratri
Ekadashi
Mahashivratri

Occasion Tags

Fasting
Festival
Breakfast
Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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