Recipe: Shahi Gatte
Description: Indulge in the royal flavors of Shahi Gatte, a delectable dish that combines besan (gram flour) dumplings with a rich and creamy yogurt-based gravy. This recipe promises a burst of spices and textures in every bite, making it a perfect choice for a quick yet satisfying meal.
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Prep Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Recipe Category: High Protein
Keywords: High In Protein, Quick Recipe (Less Than 15 Minutes)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 223.1
- Fat Content: 9.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 17.2mg
- Sodium Content: 578mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.5g
- Fiber Content: 3.6g
- Sugar Content: 3.8g
- Protein Content: 12.7g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 200g | Besan (Gram Flour) |
| 1 tbsp | Ghee |
| 2 tsp | Salt |
| 250g | Yogurt |
| 1 tsp | Red Chili Powder |
| 2 tsp | Turmeric Powder |
| 1 tsp | Dhaniya Powder (Coriander Powder) |
| As needed | Oil (for frying) |
| As needed | Water |
| As needed | Jeera (Cumin Seeds) |
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare the Gatte:
- In a mixing bowl, combine besan with ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp red chili powder, ½ tsp dhaniya powder, and ghee.
- Knead the mixture into a stiff dough.
- Divide the dough into 5-6 portions and shape them into thin, long strips.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and gently drop the besan strips into it.
- Boil for 5 minutes, then remove from water and cut the strips into small pieces (gatte).
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Prepare the Yogurt Mixture:
- Strain the yogurt through a strainer to remove any lumps.
- In a bowl, mix the strained yogurt with ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp red chili powder, ½ tsp dhaniya powder, and 2 tsp turmeric powder until well combined.
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Cooking Process:
- Heat oil in a kadhai (wok) for frying the gatte.
- Fry the gatte until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same kadhai, add a little more oil if needed and temper with cumin seeds (jeera).
- Pour in the prepared yogurt mixture and cook it for 5-7 minutes, stirring continuously until it comes to a boil.
- Reduce the flame and let it simmer for another 5-7 minutes until the gravy thickens.
- Turn off the heat.
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Final Touch:
- Sprinkle a pinch of red chili powder on top for extra flavor.
- Shahi Gatte is ready to be served!
Serving Suggestion:
- Enjoy Shahi Gatte hot with Missi Roti (a traditional Indian bread made with gram flour) and Pakori ki Kadhi (a yogurt-based curry with gram flour dumplings).
Note: Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences. You can also garnish the dish with fresh coriander leaves for added freshness and flavor.
