Fansi Dhokli ( Gujarati Recipe)
by Tarla Dalal

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Dhoklis are nothing but dumplings made of various flours, which add body to subzis and enhance their taste. While dhoklis are traditionally made with besan, you can also exercise your discretion and choose other flours. Fansi dhokli is one such recipe that makes smart use of dhoklis, combining them with the goodness of french beans. When making dhokli, remember to one or two dhoklis to see if they turn out soft. Then add the remaining ones.

Fansi Dhokli ( Gujarati Recipe) recipe - How to make Fansi Dhokli ( Gujarati Recipe)

For The Dhoklis
3 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour)
1 tbsp whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta)
1/2 tsp red chilli powder
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
2 pinches carom seeds (ajwain)
1/2 tsp oil
salt to taste

Other Ingredients
2 cups chopped french beans
2 tsp oil
1 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
1/2 tsp chilli powder
a pinch sugar
salt to taste

For The Garnish
1 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)

Method
For the dhoklis

Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and knead into a semi-soft dough using enough water.
Divide the dough into 30 to 35 small equal portions. Press each portion with your thumb to make a uniform circular mini dhokli. Keep aside.

How to proceed

Heat the oil in a non-stick kadhai, add the carom seeds and asafoetida and sauté for a few seconds.
Add the french beans, 1 cup of water, chilli powder, sugar and salt and cook on a medium flame for 5 to 7 minutes or till the french beans are almost done, stirring occasionally.
Add the dhoklis and simmer for another 10 to 12 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Serve hot garnished with coriander.

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