Maharashtrian Gram Flour Stew Recipe Video

Trekking on Sinhgad Fort during rainy days and relishing on garma garam pithala, bhakari, served with kanda bhaji. yum... Miss those lovely days :( But lucky enough to be able to cook this simple delicacy at home. Tastes super delicious with Jawar bhakari!!! A must try recipe.

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In20 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexJust EnjoyServings4
CuisineCourse
TasteMethod
DishVegetarian
Main Ingredient

Ingredients

 Gram flour1 Cup (16 tbs) (Besan)
 Oil3 Teaspoon
 Water4 Cup (64 tbs)
 Green chilies6 Medium
 Garlic cloves4 Medium
 Onion1 Medium, chopped
 Mustard seeds1 Teaspoon
 Cumin seeds1 Teaspoon
 Salt To Taste
 Coriander leaves2 Tablespoon (For Garnishing)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 177 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 6 g9.5%

Saturated Fat 0.73 g3.6%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 122.8 mg5.1%

Total Carbohydrates 24 g8%

Dietary Fiber 4.5 g18.2%

Sugars 6.6 g

Protein 8 g15%

Vitamin A 17.8% Vitamin C 133%

Calcium 5.8% Iron 15.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

First take besan, add water and make a smooth paste.
Heat oil add mustard seeds, cumin seeds and onion, saute till onion becomes translucent.
Add turmeric powder and garlic and green chilli paste, fry for a minute.
Add besan paste, mix and keep on adding small amount of water till you get right consistency.
Add salt and garnish with coriander leaves.

Editors Review

Stews in Maharashtrian cuisine are made using different lentils or lentil flour every time with seasonings and vegetables. Watch Madhura showing how to make Pithla or Gram Flour Stew with some common vegetables and spices. Ideal to serve with bhakri or jowar rotis!
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