Gujarati Khandvi Recipe – Savory Gram Flour Pinwheels
Description:
Khandvi is a savory snack hailing from Gujarat, made from a smooth batter of gram flour, yogurt, and spices, which is slow-cooked on a low flame. The resulting mixture is spread out on a surface to cool and then shaped into delicate pinwheels, making for a delightful snack perfect for tea time.
Cuisine: Gujarati
Course: Snack
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup Gram flour (besan)
- 1 cup Curd (Dahi / Yogurt), sour
- 2 cups Water
- 1 tsp Green Chilli Paste
- 1/4 tsp Asafoetida (hing)
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder (Haldi)
- Salt, to taste
Ingredients for Seasoning:
- 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds (Rai/Kadugu)
- 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds (Jeera)
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds (Til seeds)
- 6 Curry leaves
- 2 tbsp Fresh coconut, grated
- 2 tbsp Coriander (Dhania) Leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp Oil
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare the Batter:
In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, water, and gram flour. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Add the green chilli paste, asafoetida, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well. -
Cook the Mixture:
Transfer the khandvi batter into a non-stick pan and place it on low-medium heat. Stir constantly to avoid lumps. Continue cooking and stirring for about 15 minutes, until the mixture thickens and starts to shine. -
Spread the Mixture:
Once the batter thickens, remove the pan from the heat. Quickly spread the hot mixture onto a flat surface (such as a countertop or large baking tray) using a flat spatula. Spread it as thinly as possible. -
Cool and Roll:
Let the spread-out mixture cool for a few minutes until it is firm but not completely cold (about 3-5 minutes). Once it firms up, start rolling it gently from one side into a log. After rolling, cut the log into 1-inch long pieces to create the pinwheels. -
Seasoning:
Heat oil in a small pan and add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, and curry leaves. Allow them to crackle and then pour this seasoning over the prepared khandvi rolls. -
Garnish and Serve:
Garnish the khandvi with freshly grated coconut and chopped coriander leaves. Serve immediately or refrigerate to store for later use. You can warm it in the microwave before serving.
Serving Suggestion:
Enjoy the Gujarati Khandvi as a delicious evening snack with green chutney and masala chai.
Tips:
- The khandvi mixture should be spread out thinly while it’s still hot, as it becomes difficult to spread once it cools.
- The seasoning adds a wonderful crunch and flavor to the soft khandvi rolls, making it a perfect snack for any occasion.
