zunka recipe | jhunka | Marathi zunka bhakar | Maharashtrian zunka | with 28 amazing images.
zunka is an authentic Maharashtrian delicacy which is slightly spicy but very satisfying in texture, flavour and aroma. Learn how to make Marathi zunka bhakar.
Traditional Maharashtrian and spicy, the Maharashtrian zunka is considered by many as a dry version of the famous pitla. It is like a curry of ginger, green chillies, garlic, onions and coriander perked up with a very flavourful tempering.
To make zunka, heat the oil in a deep non-stick kadhai and add the mustard seeds. When the seeds crackle, add the cumin seeds and asafoetida and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds. Add the ginger, green chillies, garlic and onions and sauté on a medium flame for 5 minutes. Add the turmeric powder, besan and salt, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add 1½ cups of hot water and mix well. Cover with a lid and cook on a slow flame for 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add the coriander, mix well and keep aside. For the tempering, heat the oil in a small non-stick pan, add the mustard seeds, asafoetida and garlic and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute. Add the curry leaves and red chillies and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds. Add the tempering to the zunka and mix well. Serve immediately with chawal bhakri.
Although a variety of spices are used, the curry leaves in the tempering lends a classic, aromatic touch to this jhunka. Serve it right off the stove with bhakri, thecha and buttermilk, as it will get dry if left for long.
Though some good quantity of oil has been used in the Marathi zunka bhakar, you can benefit from the protein in besan and also gain in some antioxidant allicin from onion and garlic.
Tips for zunka. 1. Ensure the besan has no moisture and is free of lumps, else the zunka might also turn lumpy. 2. After adding hot water at step 5, stir it instantly to get a uniform mixture. 3. The unique cooking method of tempering it twice is crucial to get an authentic taste.
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sabji dewa musur dal recipe | Bengali style red lentil curry with vegetables | vegetable masoor dal | with 32 amazing images.
Bengali style red lentil curry with vegetables is deliciously comforting curry packed with loads of vegetables making it a healthy low calorie meal. Learn how to make sabji dewa musur dal recipe | Bengali style red lentil curry with vegetables | vegetable masoor dal |
Lentils, also known as Dal are a mini legumes. They are a good source of protein, fiber and minerals. Red and yellow lentils are the quickest to cook and have a creamy melt in the mouth texture.
This sabji dewa musur dal uses ingredients that you can easily find in your pantry! It is packed with nutritious veggie and has an incredible flavours. This super delicious, healthy and budget friendly vegetable masoor dal can be enjoyed as it is or with roti or rice to make a satisfying meal!
Tips to make sabji dewa musur dal: 1. You can also add chopped capsicum in the dal. 2. You can also add little lemon juice for the tangy flavour. 3. Instead of masoor dal you can use moong dal.
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creamy cauliflower sabzi recipe | malai gobhi | easy Indian cauliflower sabzi | 10 minutes cauliflower sabzi.
creamy cauliflower sabzi recipe | malai gobhi | easy Indian cauliflower sabzi | 10 minutes cauliflower sabzi is a simple everyday sabzi which can be served with phulkas. Learn how to make malai gobhi.
To make creamy cauliflower sabzi, firstly make a paste of roughly chopped onions, green chillies, ginger and salt. Heat the oil in a pan, saute some finely chopped onions followed by green chillies and tomatoes. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the cornflour-water mixture and again cook for 2 minutes. Remember to keep stirring it continuously here. Add the paste and coriander, mix well and cook on a medium flame for another 3 minutes. cauliflower sabzi is ready for serving.
Malai gobhi is a creamy, soothing curry made with cauliflower, onions and tomatoes in a mildly-flavoured white base. Onion, ginger and chillies together give the curry a very pleasant flavour without any overpowering spices.
It is interesting to note that the ‘creamy’ consistency in this easy creamy cauliflower sabzi is brought about using a combination of cornflour and milk, and without typically rich ingredients like butter or cream; thus reducing its calorie and fat count.
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