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A hearty Rajasthani rice dish where tender, spiced chickpea flour dumplings (gatta) and hard-boiled eggs are cooked with fragrant basmati rice. A flavorful one-pot meal perfect for a special lunch or dinner.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Gatta Dough
Boil and Slice the Gattas
A hearty Rajasthani rice dish where tender, spiced chickpea flour dumplings (gatta) and hard-boiled eggs are cooked with fragrant basmati rice. A flavorful one-pot meal perfect for a special lunch or dinner.
This rajasthani recipe takes 65 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 704.51 calories per serving with 23.46g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Sauté Aromatics for Pulao
Cook the Pulao Masala
Cook the Pulao
Rest and Serve
Omit the eggs. Replace ghee with a neutral vegetable oil and use a plant-based yogurt or a few drops of lemon juice for the gatta dough.
Add 1 cup of mixed vegetables like green peas, diced carrots, and beans along with the tomatoes for a more wholesome meal.
Increase the amount of green chilies and red chili powder, or add a pinch of black pepper powder along with the garam masala.
Both besan (gram flour) and eggs are rich in protein, which is essential for muscle building, tissue repair, and keeping you full for longer.
Besan is a good source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and helps in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
The complex carbohydrates from basmati rice provide a steady release of energy, making this a fulfilling and energizing one-pot meal.
The blend of Indian spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander not only adds incredible flavor but also offers anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Gattas can become hard if the dough is too tight or if they are overcooked. Ensure the dough is firm but pliable. Also, adding a little oil and curd to the dough helps in making them soft.
Yes, you can easily make it vegan. Skip the eggs, use vegetable oil instead of ghee, and use a plant-based yogurt or a little lemon juice in the gatta dough.
It is a balanced and protein-rich meal due to the besan and eggs. However, it is also rich in carbohydrates from the rice. It can be part of a healthy diet when consumed in moderation.
One serving of Besan Gatta Pulao with Egg contains approximately 550-650 calories, depending on the amount of ghee and oil used.
Absolutely! You can boil and slice the gattas a day in advance. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will save you a lot of time on the day of cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, sprinkle a little water over the pulao and microwave for 2-3 minutes or heat it in a pan on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through.
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