Rajasthani

Gatte Ki Sabzi

By The Indian Hub Kitchen Calgary, Alberta

Gram flour dumplings simmered in a spiced yogurt gravy, a desert-state classic.

Food Story

Born in arid Rajasthan where fresh vegetables were scarce, gatte ki sabzi uses pantry staples brilliantly.

Prep

25 min

Cook

30 min

Serves

4

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1

    For the gatte: in a bowl, combine 1 cup gram flour, 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, 1/2 tsp coriander powder, 1 tsp ajwain, 1 tbsp oil, and salt. Add water gradually and knead into a stiff dough. Divide into 4 portions and roll each into a 1/2-inch thick log.

  2. 2

    Boil 4 cups water in a wide pot. Slide in the dough logs and boil for 10-12 minutes until they float to the top and feel firm. Remove, let cool slightly, and cut into 1-inch pieces (the gatte).

  3. 3

    For the gravy: whisk 1 cup yogurt, 2 tbsp gram flour, 1/2 tsp turmeric, and 1/2 cup water until smooth. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Add 1 tsp cumin and let it splutter. Add 1 tsp red chili powder and 1 tsp coriander powder. Stir for 30 seconds, then pour in the yogurt mixture, stirring continuously to prevent curdling.

  5. 5

    Bring to a gentle boil on low heat, then add the gatte pieces. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens and coats the gatte. Add water if too thick.

  6. 6

    Finish with 1/2 tsp garam masala. Serve hot with roti or rice. A classic Rajasthani dish born from pantry staples.

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