Gavarfali with Bajra Dhokli

by Tarla Dalal

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Gavarfali and bajra, the two fibre rich ingredients have been combined to make this mouth-watering delicacy. Served hot with phulkas to make a hearty and healthy meal.

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Gavarfali with Bajra Dhokli recipe - How to make Gavarfali with Bajra Dhokli

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Preparation Time: 15 mins Cooking Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins 4Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients

For The Bajra Dhokli
1/2 cup bajra (black millet) flour
1 tbsp whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta)
1/2 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)
1 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)
1 tsp oil
salt to taste

Other Ingredients
2 cups cluster beans (gavarfali) , cut into 25 mm. (1") pieces
1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/2 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
1 tsp ginger-green chilli paste
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/2 tsp sugar
salt to taste
1 tsp oil

Method
For the bajra dhokli

Combine all the ingredients together and mix well.
Add a little warm water and knead into firm dough.
Divide into 20 equal portions and shape them into rounds.
Press each portion into a flat circle by pressing between your palms. Keep aside.

How to proceed

Heat the oil and add the cumin seeds and ajwain.
When they crackle, add the gavarfali and salt and sauté for a few minutes.
Add 3 cups of water, ginger-green chilli paste, turmeric powder and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes till the gavarfali is soft.
Add the dhoklis into the simmering vegetable and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes till the dhoklis are cooked. Add ½ cup of warm water if required to adjust the consistency.
Serve hot.