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A delightful Maharashtrian crepe made from rice, poha, and toasted sesame seeds. Lightly sweetened with jaggery, these thin, soft pancakes are a perfect traditional breakfast or snack, offering a unique nutty and sweet flavor.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Grains and Seeds (Inactive time: 2 hours)
Grind the Batter
Finalize the Batter

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A delightful Maharashtrian crepe made from rice, poha, and toasted sesame seeds. Lightly sweetened with jaggery, these thin, soft pancakes are a perfect traditional breakfast or snack, offering a unique nutty and sweet flavor.
This maharashtrian recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 419.76 calories per serving with 5.69g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or snack.
Cook the Pole
Serve
Omit the jaggery and cardamom powder. Instead, add finely chopped green chilies, fresh cilantro, and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds to the batter for a savory breakfast or snack.
Replace half of the white rice with brown rice (soak for 4-6 hours) or millet like foxtail millet. You can also reduce the quantity of jaggery to your preference.
Add a pinch of nutmeg powder or dry ginger powder (sunth) along with the cardamom for a warmer, more complex flavor profile.
The combination of rice and jaggery provides a quick source of complex and simple carbohydrates, making it an excellent breakfast option to fuel your morning.
Sesame seeds are a great source of calcium, magnesium, and zinc, while jaggery provides iron. These minerals are essential for various bodily functions, including bone health and blood production.
The significant amount of calcium from white sesame seeds contributes to maintaining strong and healthy bones.
Talniche Pole can be part of a balanced diet. It provides energy from carbohydrates (rice) and minerals like iron and magnesium from jaggery and sesame seeds. However, it is high in carbs and contains natural sugars from jaggery, so it should be consumed in moderation, especially for those monitoring their sugar intake.
One serving of two Talniche Pole contains approximately 350-400 calories. This is an estimate and can vary based on the exact ingredients, size of the pole, and amount of ghee used.
Yes, absolutely. Simply replace the ghee used for cooking the pole with a neutral-flavored oil like sunflower oil or coconut oil. The rest of the ingredients are plant-based.
Sticking is usually caused by two things: the pan isn't hot enough, or it's not well-seasoned/non-stick. Ensure your tawa is heated to a steady medium heat before pouring the batter. Grease it lightly before making each pole. A well-seasoned cast iron tawa or a good quality non-stick pan works best.
Yes, you can prepare the batter and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Bring it to room temperature for about 30 minutes before making the pole. The consistency might thicken, so you may need to add a tablespoon or two of water to adjust it.