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Fiber-rich Tendli Bhaji with soft, fresh Pao - a simple, homestyle comfort food that's quick to make!

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Fiber-rich Tendli Bhaji with soft, fresh Pao - a simple, homestyle comfort food that's quick to make!
This goan dish is perfect for lunch. With 457.44000000000005 calories and 10.620000000000001g of protein per serving, it's a nutritious choice for your meal plan.
Prep the Ivy Gourd: Wash the tendli thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry. Trim both ends and slice each tendli lengthwise into four long, uniform pieces. Set aside.
Prepare the Tempering (Tadka): Heat oil in a kadai or a wide pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the rai (mustard seeds) and let them splutter completely, which should take about 30 seconds. Then, add the jeera (cumin seeds), hing (asafoetida), and curry leaves. Sauté for another 30 seconds until the cumin sizzles and the curry leaves turn crisp.
Sauté the Tendli: Add the sliced tendli to the pan along with the haldi powder. Mix everything well to ensure the tendli is evenly coated with the oil and spices. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cook the Bhaji: Sprinkle the red chili powder, goda masala, and salt over the tendli. Give it a good mix. Add about 3-4 tablespoons of water, cover the pan with a lid, and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking. The tendli is cooked when it's tender but still has a slight bite.
Add Finishing Touches: Once the tendli is cooked, add the grated jaggery and fresh grated coconut. Mix gently and cook for another 2 minutes, uncovered, until the jaggery melts and the coconut is well combined with the vegetable.
Garnish and Serve: Turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve the Tendli Bhaji hot with phulkas, chapatis, or as a side dish with dal and steamed rice.
Serving size: 1 serving
Activate the yeast. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Make the dough. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Pour in the frothy yeast mixture and the 2 tbsp of melted butter. Mix with a spatula or your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the dough. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth, soft, and elastic. It should spring back when you press it lightly.
First proofing. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for 60-75 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Shape the pav. Gently punch down the risen dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball, tucking the edges underneath. Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan. Arrange the dough balls in the pan, placing them close enough to touch each other as they rise.
Second proofing. Cover the pan with a damp cloth and let the pav rise again for about 30 minutes, or until they are puffy and have almost doubled.
Bake the pav. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gently brush the tops of the risen pav with the 2 tbsp of milk. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top. If they brown too quickly, you can cover them loosely with aluminum foil for the last 5 minutes.
Finish and serve. As soon as the pav come out of the oven, brush them generously with the remaining 1 tbsp of melted butter. Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm.