About
Pitla is a traditional Maharashtrian dish made with besan (gram flour). It is made by cooking besan in water with spices such as turmeric, cumin, and chili powder.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
2.9
Fats
9.1
Carbs
4.0
Fibre
2.2
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Recipe
Ingredients
besan (gram flour)
1 cup
turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon
cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon
coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon
garam masala
1/2 teaspoon
amchur powder
1/2 teaspoon
sugar
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
oil
2 tablespoons
ghee
2 tablespoons
chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons
chopped green chillies
2 tablespoons
chopped ginger
2 tablespoons
chopped garlic
2 tablespoons
chopped onions
2 tablespoons
chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons
chopped curry leaves
2 tablespoons
chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
In a bowl, mix together the besan, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, amchur powder, sugar and salt.
Step 2:
Heat the oil and ghee in a pan over medium heat.
Step 3:
Add the chopped coriander leaves, green chillies, ginger, garlic, onions, tomatoes and curry leaves.
Step 4:
Saute for a few minutes until the vegetables are lightly cooked.
Step 5:
Add the besan mixture and stir to combine.
Step 6:
Cook for a few minutes until the mixture is thick and cooked through.
Step 7:
Garnish with the chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
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