GujaratiSnack

Until now, winter was quite mild, but after Makar Sankranti?, it has reached to its peak level. And, it’s essential to have some comfort food to beat this season in a yummy way. So far, we have rendered so many recipes of winter delicacies such as Sarson ka Saag with Makke Ki Roti, Moong Dal Pakode and many more. This time, we are coming up with the Gujarati snack– Bajari Methi Dhebra, which so scrumptious that the plate will be empty in no time!!?

It’s an iron and fiber-rich snack prepared with fenugreek leaves and bajra flour. Now, both bajra and fenugreek leaves are the ingredients that are generally consumed during chilly days⛄️ as they keep warm and give energy. The diabetic patients, who can’t eat everything, will be able to enjoy the taste of BajariBajri Methi Dhebra as this dish is loaded with healthy ingredients. So, without wasting more time⏰, let’s start with the recipe of this delicious dish.

How to prepare Bajari Methi Dhebra at home:

Serves: 3 servings (15 pcs)

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups of Millet Flour (Bajra ke Atta)
  • 1 cup of fresh Feugreek Leaves (chopped methi leaves)
  • 2-3 Green Chillies ( finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp of Coriander Powder
  • 1 tsp of Red Chilli Powder
  • 3/4 tsp of Turmeric Powder
  • 1/4 cup of Curd (Dahi)
  • 1/2 tbsp of Sesame Seeds (optional)
  • Salt according to taste
  • Oil for deep frying

Procedure

  • In a large bowl, mix millet flour, chopped fenugreek leaves, coriander powder, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, curd, and sesame seeds.
  • Now, add a bit quantity of water and knead it to make a smooth dough like a chapati dough.
  • Put some oil drops on your palms and spread uniformly.
  • After that, take out a lemon-sized portion from the dough and give it a ball like a shape.
  • Repeat the same process for the remaining dough.
  • Flat each ball by pressing between palms. It will give a circular shape. You can also roll it over the plastic sheet on rolling board.
  • Now, heat the oil in a wok (kadai) or frying pan over the medium flame.
  • When it becomes medium hot, then slide 3-4 flattened circles into it and fry them, till they turn light golden brown from both the sides.
  • Transfer them to a plate and put them on a tissue paper to soak excess oil.
  • Deep-fry the remaining flattened circles.
  • Bajari Methi Dhebras are ready. Serve them with green chutney, curd and sauce.