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Ingredient: Besan

  • Besan Ki Roti

    Besan Ki Roti

    Besan Ki Roti, a traditional Pakistani flatbread made with chickpea flour, is a wholesome and flavorful option perfect for any meal. Known for its nutty taste and soft texture, it pairs wonderfully with curries, chutneys, or yogurt. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s a nutritious choice for those seeking a gluten-free alternative to regular bread.

    Enjoy the hearty flavors of this rustic and nutritious bread!

    Here’s the recipe for Traditional and Aromatic Besan Ki Roti;

     

    Directions:

    • In a mixing bowl, combine besan, wheat flour (if using), carom seeds, red chili powder, turmeric, salt, and cilantro.
    • Mix well.
    • Gradually add water to form a soft, pliable dough. 
    • Let it rest for 10 minutes.
    • Divide the dough into equal portions and roll into balls. 
    • Flatten each ball and roll out into a thin disc using a rolling pin.
    • Heat a skillet over medium heat. 
    • Place the roti on the skillet and cook until golden spots appear, flipping and brushing with ghee or oil.
    • Serve hot with curry, pickles, or yogurt.
  • Besan Dahi Baray

    Besan Dahi Baray

    This super easy and scrumptious Besan Dahi Baray with spicy tangy Tamarind chutney serves as an exemplary side dish for an Iftar or Hi-tea party.

    Here’s the recipe for this scrumptious Besan Dahi  Baray;

    Method

    • In a bowl, add besan, salt, asafetida, baking powder, and water.
    • Whisk well to make a paste and let rest for 30 mins.
    • Heat oil in a pan and drop a spoonful of batter into the hot oil.
    • Deep fry until golden.
    • Let soak in water until soft.
    • Strain and squeeze out excess water.
    • Whisk yogurt in a separate bowl.
    • Add salt, red chili powder, and half tsp. cumin powder and sugar.
    • Whisk well.
    • Add prepared dumplings to the yogurt.
    • Transfer to a serving dish.
    • Pour on some sweet tamarind chutney and sprinkle chaat masala before serving.
    • Enjoy!
  • Dahi Phulkiyan

    Dahi Phulkiyan

    This delicious creamy yogurt-based Dahi Phulkiyan is one of the favorite Pakistani side dishes and may also be served as an evening snack or appetizer.

    Here’s the recipe for this temptingly toothsome Dahi Phulkiyan;

    Method

    • In a bowl mix all the ingredients for Phulkiyan.
    • Add water gradually.
    • Whisk until smooth.
    • Let rest for 10 mins.
    • Heat oil in a wok.
    • Drop 1 tbsp. of the prepared batter into the hot oil.
    • Fry dumplings until golden.
    • Soak in water for 10 mins or until soft.
    • Press gently and squeeze out excess water.
    • Set aside.
    • In a bowl whisk yogurt, sugar, milk, and salt until smooth.

    Assembling:

    • Place soaked and squeezed dumplings in a serving dish.
    • Add whisked yogurt.
    • Sprinkle roasted cumin powder, red pepper flakes, and chaat masala.
    • Serve with Papri (crisps).
    • Enjoy!