Besan Gatte

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Ingredients

1 cup	besan (gram flour)
1/4 teaspoon	asafoetida (hing)
1/2 teaspoon	carom seeds (ajwain)
1/2 teaspoon	red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	salt
2 tablespoons	curd (yogurt)
2 tablespoons	oil
as needed	water
2 tablespoons	oil for frying
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1 cup	water for gravy
1 tablespoon	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 In a bowl, mix besan, asafoetida, carom seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, curd, and oil.
2. 2 Add water gradually to form a stiff dough.
3. 3 Divide the dough into equal portions and roll them into cylindrical shapes.
4. 4 Boil water in a pan and add the dough cylinders. Cook for 10-12 minutes until they float on top.
5. 5 Remove the cylinders from the water and let them cool. Cut them into small pieces.
6. 6 Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Let them splutter.
7. 7 Add coriander powder and garam masala. Stir for a few seconds.
8. 8 Add water for gravy and bring it to a boil.
9. 9 Add the gatte pieces to the gravy and simmer for 10 minutes.
10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.