Ingredients
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1 tbsp Black pepper
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1-1/2 tbsp Coriander seeds
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1 cup Chopped Methi leaves (Fenugreek Leaves)
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1 tbsp Crushed pepper and coriander
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1 tsp Ginger garlic paste
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1 tsp Sugar
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A pinch of hing
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1 cup Besan
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1 tbsp Rava
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Salt to taste
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Water as needed
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1/4 tsp Baking soda
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1/2 Lemon juice
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Oil for frying
About
Methi na Gota is a popular Gujarati snack or fritter made from fresh fenugreek leaves and gram flour (besan). It’s a flavorful and crunchy snack that’s often served with a variety of chutneys and a hot cup of tea.
It’s a popular choice during the monsoon season in India but can be enjoyed anytime as a tasty and savory treat.
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Heat a pan and dry roast black pepper and coriander seeds for 4-5 minutes on low to medium flame. Crush them slightly and set aside for later use. |
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In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of fenugreek leaves,1 tbsp of the prepared pepper-coriander crush mix, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste, 1 tsp sugar, a pinch of hing, 1 cup of besan, 1 tbsp fine semolina (barik sooji), and salt as per your taste. |
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Mix the ingredients well and gradually add water to make a medium-thick batter. |
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Add 1/4 tsp of baking soda and the juice of half a lemon. Mix the batter once more. |
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Heat medium-hot oil in a pan. |
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Fry the prepared batter in the hot oil on low to medium flame until it is cooked completely inside and out, and you get a golden color. |
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Drain the fried Methi na Gota on a paper towel to remove excess oil. |
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Serve these delicious fritters with tea or yogurt as a delightful snack. |
