Ingredients
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1 cup Jowar flour
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1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
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1 tsp Dhania (coriander) powder
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1/2 tsp Asafoetida (hing)
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1 tsp Ajwain (carom seeds)
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1 tbsp white sesame seeds (plus extra for sprinkling)
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1 tsp Fruit salt (Eno)
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Salt to taste
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1/2 cup sour curd
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Water (as required)
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2-3 Green chillies, finely chopped
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2-3 Garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 small piece capsicum, finely chopped
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1 small piece onion, finely chopped
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1 small piece carrot, finely chopped
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Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
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Oil (for greasing the pan)
About
Looking for a delicious snack that perfectly fits your weight loss goals? I love making these Jowar Appe because they are incredibly satisfying, packed with nutrition, and cook in just a few drops of oil!
Here is why this recipe is so great for your body:
* Jowar (Sorghum): A fantastic gluten-free millet rich in dietary fibre and complex carbs. It digests slowly, keeping you full longer and helping to control those mid-day cravings.
* Fresh Veggies: The carrots, capsicum, and onions add a wonderful crunch along with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
* Ajwain & Garlic: These aren’t just for flavour—they are excellent for digestion and keeping your metabolism active.
* Sesame Seeds & Curd: The curd provides a probiotic boost for gut health, while the sesame seeds add a healthy dose of calcium and good fats.
Eating healthy never has to mean compromising on taste! Try these out and let me know which chutney you are pairing them with.
Steps
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Making the Batter- In a mixing bowl, add the jowar flour, sour curd, turmeric powder, dhania powder, asafoetida, ajwain, and 1 tbsp of white sesame seeds. |
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Gradually add water as required and mix everything well to form a smooth, lump-free batter. |
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Add the finely chopped green chillies, garlic, capsicum, onion, carrot, fresh coriander, and salt to the batter. Mix thoroughly to combine. |
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4. Set the batter aside until you are ready to cook. Just before making the appe, add the fruit salt to the batter and give it a quick, gentle mix. |
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Cooking the Appe - Heat an appe pan on the stove. Pour a few drops of oil into each cavity of the pan. |
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Sprinkle a few white sesame seeds into each oiled cavity, and then immediately fill them with the prepared jowar batter. |
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Cook the appe on a slow to medium flame until they achieve a golden color on the bottom. |
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Carefully flip each appe using a spoon or skewer and cook the other side until it is also golden brown and cooked through. |
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Serve hot with your favorite chutney. |
