Bhakarwadi

Bhakarwadi Recipe is a Maharashtrian speciality, stuffed with different spices, steamed and then deep-fried and best prepared for tea time snacks. Here is how to make Bhakarwadi at home.

Crisp, fried, rolled, spicy and tangy, who doesn’t like Bhakarwadi Recipe? These crunchy snacks, a Maharashtrian speciality are stuffed with different ingredients, steamed and then deep-fried, a time intensive process that makes them unique and such an in-demand snacks.

This snack is something I don’t make quite often, since it takes time, but it can also be stored for several days and is great for evening tea. They also make for good traveling bites to munch on. Crispy Til Chikki is another dish that can be made and stored to be eaten for several days. Here is how to make Bhakarwadi Recipe.

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Bhakarwadi Recipe

Bhakarwadi Recipe is a Maharashtrian speciality, stuffed with different spices, steamed and then deep-fried and best prepared for tea time snacks.

Course Snack

Cuisine Indian

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Servings 10 people

Calories 169 kcal

Author Neha Mathur

Ingredients

For the Dough

• 1 cup Besan
• 3/4 cup Maida
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/4 cup Vegetable OIl

For the Filling

• 2 tbsp Sesame Seeds
• 1 tbsp Poppy Seeds
• 2 tbsp Dry Coconut Chopped
• 1 tsp Ginger Grated
• 1 tsp Green Chilli Chopped
• 2 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
• 1/2 tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
• 1/2 tsp Garam Masala Powder
• 1/4 tsp Heeng
• 4 tbsp Sugar
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves Chopped
• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Mix all the ingredients to make the dough in a bowl and mix well using your fingers.

2. Add little water and make a stiff dough.

3. Cover and keep aside for 30 minutes.

4. Dry roast sesame seeds, poppy seeds and dry coconut in a pan until slightly browned.

5. Add them in a blender along with other ingredients to make a smooth powder.

6. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts.

7. Dust and roll each part to make a thin disc, approximately 8-10 inch in diameter.

8. Sprinkle 1/4 of the filling over the disk.

9. Apply water on the edges of the disc and roll tightly to make a cylinder.

10. Cut the roll into small Bhakarwadi using a knife.

11. Line the Bhakarwadi in a steamer and steam for 10-12 minutes.

12. Heat oil in a pan.

13. Once the oil is hot, simmer the heat to low and deep fry the bhakarwadi until golden brown.

14. Drain on a tissue lined plate.

15. Cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to a month.

16. Serve hot with tea or coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Bhakarwadi Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 169 Calories from Fat 72

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 8g 12%

Saturated Fat 5g 25%

Sodium 485mg 20%

Potassium 162mg 5%

Total Carbohydrates 20g 7%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 6g

Protein 4g 8%

Vitamin A 3%

Vitamin C 4.1%

Calcium 4.3%

Iron 10.4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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