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yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds protein and reduces fat.

baking soda

🥗Healthier: baking powder

💰Cheaper: none

Baking powder is easier to find.

In a large bowl, take 2 cup maida, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp baking soda. Mix well making sure everything is well combined.

Add ¾ cup curd. You can alternatively use buttermilk.

Mix well with your hand in one direction. Add water if required.

Beat the batter making sure to incorporate air well.

Add 1 tsp cumin, 3 chilli, and 2 tbsp coriander.

Mix well making sure everything is well combined.

Cover and rest for 3 hours for best results.

After 3 hours, mix the batter again.

Dip your hand in cold water and pinch a small ball-sized batter.

Drop it in hot oil keeping the flame on medium.

Stir and fry uniformly on medium flame.

Drain off the bajji once it turns golden brown and crisp.

Finally, challa punugulu is ready to enjoy with coconut chutney.

Cooking Techniques

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