Indian Thali (Maharastrian Thali)
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a traditional Maharashtrian thali, which offers a rich variety of mouthwatering, healthy dishes. By following simple recipes, home cooks can captivate their taste buds with the authentic tastes of Maharashtra right in their own kitchen.
BHARLELI VANGI
Bharleli Vangi is a delicious and healthy Maharashtrian dish that is perfect for a weekday dinner or a special occasion. It is packed with flavor and nutrition and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Recipe
Ingredients:
Small brinjals (also called eggplants or baingan) 8 to 10
Grated coconut 1 cup
Roasted peanuts 1/2 cup
Chopped coriander leaves 1/4 cup
Tamarind paste 1 tbsp
Jaggery 2tbsp
Kashmiri chilli powder 2 tbsp
Method:
Wash and pat dry the brinjals. Make a criss-cross cut on the top of each brinjal and keep them aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine grated coconut, roasted peanuts, coriander leaves, tamarind paste, jaggery, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, asafoetida, oil, and salt. Mix well to make a thick stuffing.
Stuff the brinjals with the prepared stuffing mixture. You can use your fingers to gently press the stuffing into the slits.
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the stuffed brinjals to the pan and stir gently to coat them with the oil. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes.Remove the lid and gently flip the brinjals to the other side. Cover the pan again and cook for another 5-7 minutes or until the brinjals are soft and fully cooked.
Once the brinjals are cooked, turn off the heat and let them cool slightly. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or chapati.
BATATACHI BHAJI
Batata chi bhaji is a traditional Maharashtrian dish from India, made with boiled potatoes and a spiced green chili, with a sourness of the lime. It is a popular vegetarian dish and is often served with rice or Indian breads like roti or chapati.
Here's the recipe for batata chi bhaji:
Ingredients:
Potatoes, boiled and diced 3 medium-size
Cumin seeds 1 tsp
Mustard seeds 1tsp
Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
Asafoetida a pinch
Green Chili 1 slit
Method:
Boil the potatoes and peel the sking and dice it into cubes.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin and mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add the asafoetida, urad dal, turmeric, slit green chilies, and boiled potaotes. Mix well.
Add salt to taste and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle some water over the potato mixture and mix well.
Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
Serve hot with rice or Indian breads.
Enjoy your delicious batata chi bhaji!
TOMATO SAR
Tomato saar is a traditional Maharashtrian soup made with ripe tomatoes and a flavorful blend of spices. It is a tangy and slightly sweet soup that is often served with rice or as a part of a meal.
Ingredients
Tomatoes 4-5 ripe chopped
Fresh coconut 1 cup grated
Cumin seeds 1 tsp
Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
Sugar 2 tbsp
Salt, to taste
Ghee for tampering
Asafoetida a pinch
Green chili 1 slit
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Method:
Boil the tomatoes. Let it cool down for sometime. In a blender add the tomatoes and grated coconut. Blend it smooth. Pass it thorough the sieve. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin and let them splutter.
Add the green chili, asafoetida
Add turmeric powder, and salt to taste. Mix well. Add the tomato-coconut puree and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Add sugar and mix well, ensuring that it is well incorporated into the tomato mixture.
Cook the tomato sar over low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened. Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve hot with rice or Indian breads.
Enjoy your delicious tomato sar!
MANGO SHRIKHAND
Mango Shrikhand is a popular Indian dessert made with strained yogurt, mango puree, sugar, and flavored with cardamom powder. It is a refreshing and delicious dessert that is perfect for hot summer days.
Mango Shrikhand is a sweet and tangy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It can be served as a standalone dessert or as a side dish with any Indian meal. Enjoy the delicious and refreshing flavors of Mango Shrikhand!
Mango Shrikand is ready to serve. Enjoy with puri or roti!!
TONDLI BHAAT
Tondli Bhaat is a traditional Maharashtrian dish that is made with ivy gourd (tondli) and rice (bhaat). It is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is easy to prepare and is often served as a main course meal.
Tondli Bhaat is a delicious and wholesome dish that can be enjoyed on its own or with a side of yogurt or pickle. It is a great way to incorporate vegetables into your diet and is perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients:
Ivy gourd (tondli) 1/2 cup chopped lengthwise
Basmati rice 1 cup
Water 2 cups
Green chillies 2Turmeric powder 1 tsp
Method:
Wash the basmati riceand cook it seprerately. In a pan, heat 2 tbsp ghee and add cumin seeds. Once they start to splutter, add turmeric and asafoetida. Add the chopped ivy gourd (tondli) to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are soft.
Add salt and mix well. Make a paste of green chilies, coriander and ginger. Add Maharastrian garam masala to it and mix well. Cover and cook it for 2-3 minutes. Add the cooked basmati rice and mix well.Add 1 tbsp ghee on the top. Add freshly grated coconut and finely chopped coriander.Turn off the heat and let the Tondli Bhaat rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot!!
GHOSALEYACHI BHAJJI
Ghosalyachi bhajji, also known as ghosaleyachi pakoda, is a Maharashtrian snack made with sliced and battered ridge gourd (ghosale). It is a popular snack, especially during the monsoon season, and is usually served with tea or coffee.
Ghosaleyachi bhajji is a delicious and crunchy snack that can be enjoyed w as an appetizer for a meal. It is easy to prepare and can be made quickly with minimal ingredients.
Ingredients:
Gram flour (besan) 1 cup
Turmeric powder 1/2 tspMethod:
In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, turmeric powder, red chilli powder and salt. Mix well.
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking constantly, until the batter is smooth and of a thick consistency. Add hot oil to the batter. Add sliced bottle gourd (ghosale) to the batter and mix well until each slice is evenly coated. In a deep pan or kadhai, heat oil over medium flame. Once the oil is hot, carefully drop a few slices of the batter-coated ghosale into the oil.
Fry the bhajjis until they turn golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon.Once done, remove the bhajjis from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
Repeat the process with the remaining slices of the ghosale and the batter. Serve hot with green chutney.
PURAN POLI
Puran Poli is a traditional Indian sweet flatbread that originated in Maharashtra and is commonly prepared during festive occasions like Holi, Diwali, and Ganesh Chaturthi. It is made with a filling of sweetened lentil or chana dal paste (called puran) and a dough made of flour, water, and oil.
For the filling (puran):
Chana dal 1 cup
Sugar 1cup
Cardamom powder 1/4 tsp
For the dough:
Wheat flour 2 cups
Maida 1/2 cup
Salt 1/4 tsp
Oil 4tbsp (warm oil)Method:-
Wash the chana dal and soak them in water for 3-4 hours. Add turmeric and pressure the channa dal with fresh water until they are soft and cooked. Once the dal is cooked, take it out from the cooker and let it cool down and then blend it in a mixer or food processor until it becomes a smooth paste.
Transfer the dal to a pan. Add sugar and cardamom powder to the pan. Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring continuously, until it becomes thick and dry. This mixture is called puran.
To make the dough, mix wheat flour, maida, salt, and oil in a bowl.
Add water gradually to make a soft and pliable dough. Knead the dough for a few minutes until it becomes smooth. Divide the dough into equal-sized balls.
Take one ball of dough and roll it out into a small circle. Place a spoonful of the puran filling in the center of the dough circle. Bring the edges of the dough together to enclose the filling and seal the and roll it like a ball again Roll out the stuffed dough ball into a circle of about 6-7 inches in diameter, using a rolling pin.
Heat a tawa or griddle on medium heat and cook the puran poli on both sides until they are golden brown. Apply ghee or butter on both sides of the puran poli while it's still hot. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls and filling.
Serve hot Puran Poli with ghee. Enjoy!!
Puran Poli is a delicious and aromatic sweet flatbread that is loved by people of all ages. It is a labor-intensive recipe but worth the effort, and is often served with a dollop of ghee.
PULKA ROTI
Pulka Roti, also known as Phulka Roti, is a traditional Indian flatbread that is popularly eaten in various parts of India, particularly in North India. It is a soft, round, and thin bread made from wheat flour, which is cooked on a tawa or griddle and then puffed over direct flame.
Ingredients:
Wheat flour 2 cups
Salt 1 tsp
Oil 2 tsp
Water, as required
Method:
In a mixing bowl, add wheat flour, salt, and oil. Mix the ingredients well. Gradually add water and knead the mixture until you get a smooth and soft dough. Cover the dough and let it rest for 20-30 minutes. Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls and roll each ball between your palms to make it smooth. Flatten each ball slightly and dust it with flour. Roll the dough ball out into a circle of about 5-6 inches in diameter, using a rolling pin. Heat a tawa or griddle on medium heat. Place the rolled-out roti on the tawa and cook it for about 20-30 seconds. Flip the roti and cook it for another 20-30 seconds on the other side.
Now lift the roti off the tawa and place it directly on the gas flame using tongs. Keep the flame on medium-high. The roti will start to puff up. Turn it over and cook for a few seconds on the other side, until it is slightly browned. Remove the roti from the flame and apply a little bit of ghee or butter on it. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
Pulka Roti is best served hot, and can be paired with a variety of curries and vegetables. It is a healthy and wholesome bread that is rich in fiber and nutrients, and is enjoyed by people of all ages.
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