Kothimbirichi Bhaji

Kothimbirichi bhaji is a Maharashtrian dish. It is a dry veg prepared from coriander leaves and roasted gram flour. It can be served with phulka, chapati or jowar bhakri.

Measurement: 1 Cup = 180 ml

Serves: 3 to 4

Ingredients:

1. Kothimbir (coriander leaves) - 1 bunch
2. Onion (chopped) - 1 large
3. Besan (gram flour) - 3/4 to1 cup
4. Garlic (crushed) - 15 cloves
5. Mustard seeds - 1/3 tsp
6. Cumin seeds - 1/3 tsp
7. Turmeric powder - 1/3 tsp
8. Chilly powder - 1/3 tsp
9. Coriander powder - 1/3 tsp
10. Cumin powder - 1/4 tsp
11. Garam masala - 3/4 to 1 tsp
12. Oil - 2 tbsp
13. Salt to taste

Procedure:

• Discard the coriander roots and thick stems, wash the leaves and thin stems. Chop them.
• Roast besan till it gives out aroma and keep it aside.
• Heat oil in a kadai, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
• Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
• Add onion and stir fry till it turns translucent.
• Now, add garlic and turmeric powder. Stir fry till onion turns golden brown.
• Add coriander leaves and stir fry for 1 to 2 min.
• Add all the dry spice powders and salt. Stir fry for 2 min.
• Add roasted gram flour and mix well. Keep it covered for 2 min.
• Serve hot with phulka, roti or jowar bhakri.

Tip:

• This dish can be prepared even without onion and garlic.