Saturday, March 30, 2024

Kothambir vadi ( Coriander leaves+ besan vadi) Health benefits of Besan/ chickpea flour

Besan may have many essential nutrients if involved in a regular diet. Besan may also help you manage blood glucose levels, facilitate good bowel movement, improve heart health and offer anticancer properties. These properties of besan have been observed through several studies and trials. 

High in fiber- good for bowel movements, high in protein- helps repair muscle, helps maintain healthy metabolism. 

Boosts energy, gluten-free alternative. 

With its  high protein and fiber content, gives satiety, this helps maintain our weight.

Besan contains essential minerals good for bone health, regular consumption of besan helps prevent osteoporosis.

Besan  has natural exfoliating properties, making it a popular ingredient in skincare. Applying besan-based face masks can help cleanse the skin, remove dead cells, and promote a brighter complexion.

Besan can be used as a natural hair cleanser due to its ability to remove excess oil and dirt. It also helps nourish the hair and promote overall scalp health.

 INGREDIENTS

besan 1 cup

coriander leaves chopped 2 cups

ginger finely chopped 1 tbsp

green chilies finely chopped to taste

sesame seeds 1 tbsp

garlic finely chopped 1/2 tsp ( optional)

roasted peanuts coarsely powdered 2 tbsp (optional) 

turmeric pdr  1/2 tsp

jeera pdr 1 tsp

hing little

salt to taste

oil for shallow frying

water as needed to make a semi-thick batter

 

PREPARATIONS

mix all the above ingredients except oil to form a semi-thick batter.

pour the batter in a greased plate or bowl, which can fit in a steamer/ pressure cooker

add little water in the steamer, once hot, place the batter, close the lid.

let it steam for 20 minutes, check by inserting a knife in the center, if it comes out clean, remove and cool for 5 minutes, if not cover and steam for another 4-5 minutes.

once cool, remove from the pan, cut into desired shape.

heat a pan with little oil, place the pieces on the pan, smear little oil on top, let it fry in medium heat, press on the top of each vadi, so the bottom gets crisp, then flip over, apply little oil, press it down well each of the vadi to get nice and crisp, serve hot with chutney of your choice.

 

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