Authentic and Delicious Bhakarwadi Recipe

Prep Time – 30-35 mins | Cook Time – 20-25 mins | Servings – Approx. 25-30 pieces


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Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 1 cup Mohini Bhog Aata with Multigrains
  • ½ cup besan (gram flour)
  • ¼ tbsp asafoetida (hing)
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • ¼ tbsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tbsp red chilli powder
  • ½ tbsp carom seeds (ajwain)
  • ½ tbsp baking powder
  • Hot oil, as required for kneading and frying

For the Filling

  • 4 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp asafoetida
  • ¼ tbsp jeera (cumin seeds)
  • 1 tbsp green chillies, finely chopped
  • 3 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 cup desiccated coconut
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp peanuts, crushed
  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds, roasted and crushed
  • 1 tbsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tbsp chilli powder
  • 1 tbsp tamarind chutney

Directions

  1. Mix Mohini Bhog Aata, besan, asafoetida, salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, carom seeds, and baking powder in a bowl.
  2. Add hot oil gradually and knead into a stiff dough. Cover and set aside.
  3. For the filling, heat oil in a pan. Add asafoetida, jeera, green chillies, and grated ginger; sauté briefly.
  4. Add desiccated coconut, sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, coriander seeds, turmeric powder, and chilli powder; roast till aromatic.
  5. Remove from heat, mix in tamarind chutney, and allow the filling to cool.
  6. Roll out the dough into a thin rectangle, evenly spread the filling over it.
  7. Roll tightly into a log and cut into thin slices.
  8. Deep fry the slices in hot oil till golden brown and crisp.
  9. Drain on absorbent paper and cool before serving.

Chef Tips

  • Ensure dough is stiff for easy rolling.
  • Roast filling ingredients well for enhanced flavor.
  • Fry on medium heat for even crispiness.
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.