Bhakarwadi | How to make Bhakarwadi by Manjula | Recipe for Bhakarwadi

whole wheat flour

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is gluten-free and healthier, while all-purpose flour is more economical.

jaggery

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is a cost-effective alternative.

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Chickpea flour is nutritious, while cornstarch is a budget-friendly thickener.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds provide omega-3s, while sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

Mix besan, all-purpose flour, salt, turmeric, and asafetida in a bowl.

Add oil and mix until crumbly.

Gradually add water to form a smooth dough; cover and rest for 30 minutes.

In a separate bowl, combine coconut powder, sesame seeds, fennel seeds, coriander, cumin, red chili powder, garam masala, salt, sugar, and lemon juice to make the spice mix.

Roll out the rested dough on a floured surface using all-purpose flour for rolling.

Spread the spice mix evenly over the dough, leaving edges clear.

Roll the dough tightly into a log; seal the edges well.

Cut the log into small discs.

Heat oil in a frying pan and deep-fry the discs until golden and crisp.

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