Moongachi Gathi, Jowar Bhakri and Koshimbir

Ingredients

• 2 cup jowar atta
• 1.5 cup hot water (for kneading)
• 0.75 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp ghee (optional, for serving)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, mix together the jowar flour and salt. Gradually pour in the hot water while mixing with a spoon. The water should be hot but manageable to touch. Once the flour comes together, knead it with the heel of your palm for 5-7 minutes until you get a smooth, soft, and pliable dough. It should not be sticky. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Divide the dough into equal portions.

3. 3

   Pat the bhakri: Take one portion of the dough and roll it into a smooth ball. Sprinkle some dry jowar flour on a clean, flat surface or a chakla (rolling board). Place the dough ball on the floured surface and gently flatten it with your palm. Using your fingers and palm, start patting the dough, rotating it simultaneously to form an even, thin circle of about 5-6 inches in diameter. Dust with more flour as needed to prevent sticking.

4. 4

   Cook the bhakri: Heat a cast iron tawa or griddle over medium-high heat. It should be hot before you place the bhakri on it. Carefully lift the patted bhakri and place it on the hot tawa. Sprinkle a little water on the top surface and spread it evenly with your fingers. Cook for about 1 minute, until the water evaporates and the top looks dry. Flip the bhakri and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes, until light brown spots appear. Using tongs, lift the bhakri and place it directly on a medium flame. It will puff up like a balloon. Flip and cook the other side on the direct flame for a few seconds. Avoid burning it. Repeat the process for all the remaining dough balls.

5. 5

   Serve the Jowar Bhakri immediately, smearing a little ghee on top if you like.

Ingredients

• 2 medium Cucumber (finely chopped)
• 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
• 1 medium Tomato (finely chopped and deseeded)
• 2 pcs Green Chili (finely chopped, adjust to taste)
• 3 tbsp Roasted Peanuts (coarsely crushed)
• 1 cup Curd (thick and whisked until smooth)
• 3 tbsp Coriander Leaves (chopped)
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 0.75 tsp Salt (or to taste)
• 1 tbsp Ghee
• 0.5 tsp Mustard Seeds
• 0.5 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 0.25 tsp Hing
• 5 pcs Curry Leaves

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, combine the finely chopped cucumber, onion, tomato, and green chili. This forms the base of your salad.

2. 2

   Add the coarsely crushed roasted peanuts, chopped coriander leaves, and sugar to the vegetable mixture. Mix well. Do not add salt or curd yet to prevent the salad from becoming watery.

3. 3

   Prepare the tempering (tadka). Heat ghee in a small tadka pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the mustard seeds and let them splutter completely, about 30 seconds. Add the cumin seeds, hing, and curry leaves. Sauté for another 20-30 seconds until the curry leaves turn crisp and aromatic. Turn off the heat and let the tempering cool for a minute.

4. 4

   Just before serving, add the whisked curd and salt to the vegetable bowl. Mix gently until everything is just combined.

5. 5

   Pour the slightly cooled tempering over the koshimbir. Give it a final gentle mix. Garnish with a few more coriander leaves if desired and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.