Methi Pithla (Maharashtrian Cuisine)

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Methi Pithla (Maharashtrian Cuisine)

We have put together the best Maharashtrian recipes that will make you wanting more. It’s so delicious that you must try it out!

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :10 Min

Cook Time : 15 Min

Total Time : 25 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 2
  • 1-2 cups fenugreek leaves, washed, drained and chopped


  • 2 tbsp oil


  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds


  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds ingredient name units


  • 1/4 tsp asafoetida


  • 1 tsp ginger, chopped


  • 1 tsp garlic, chopped


  • 1 nos onion, chopped


  • 2 nos green chilies, slit


  • 1 cups chopped coriander leaves


  • 1 tsp salt


  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder


  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes


  • 1 tsp roasted coriander powder


  • 1 tsp roasted cumin powder


  • 1/2 cups besan (gram flour)


  • 2 cups water

Directions

  • Whisk well gram flour and water so that there are no lumps. Keep aside. Heat oil in a pan and temper with mustard seeds, cumin seeds and asafoetida.
  • After it stops spluttering, add the ginger and garlic. Stir fry for a minute and then add the onions and green chilies. Saute till light brown.
  • Add the coriander leaves, followed by all the dry spices. Mix well and add the chopped greens. Stir fry on a low flame till it is cooked.
  • Now add the batter and continue to simmer till it becomes thick. Switch off the flame and serve as a side dish with chapati or rice.