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Kaju Kothimbir Vadi

kaju vadi

  • Recipe Servings: 4
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  • Difficulty Level: Easy

Make delicious kothimbir vadis at home with the richness of cashew nuts. A classic Maharashtrian snack.

 

ngredients Of Kaju Kothimbir Vadi

  • 1 cup gram flour (besan)
  • 30 cashew nuts
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • 2 green chillies, finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp tamarind pulp
  • Salt, to taste
  • 4 Tbsp oil + to shallow fry
  • 2 Tbsp fresh coriander, finely chopped

How to Make Kaju Kothimbir Vadi

1.In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except oil. Add 1 1/2 cups of water and mix well to make a very thick batter.
2.Heat 4 tablespoons oil in a frying pan over a low heat. Add the prepared batter and cook, stirring continuously, for 15 to 18 minutes till the mixture comes together to make a thick doughy batter. Remove from heat.
3.Grease a small tray and spread the mixture evenly 1 inch thick. Set aside to cool and steam it for at least 30 minutes so that it sets. Cut into 2 inch squares.
4.Heat the oil in frying pan and shallow-fry the squares till golden and crisp. Remove and drain on absorbent paper.
5.Serve hot with coriander chutney, mint chutney or ketchup.

 

 


 

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