Ready in

20 mins

Cuisine

Indian · Snacks

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

10 min

Serving

2 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal

Spicy Level

Spicy
Recipe by Healthy Food Kitchen With Anaya on YouTube
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All Ingredients

For Sautéed Vegetables

All Ingredients

For Batter & Assembly

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Sauté Vegetables

    Heat 1 tsp of oil in a pan. Add 1 sliced small onion and stir-fry for until it softens.

  2. Cook Vegetables

    Add 1 small sliced capsicum and 2 tbsp of grated carrot to the pan. Stir-fry until the vegetables have softened.

  3. Season Vegetables

    Add a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper powder. Stir well to combine, then remove from heat and set aside.

  4. Prepare Semolina Base

    In a large bowl, combine half a cup of semolina (sooji) with 1 cup of lukewarm water. Mix well, then cover and for to allow the semolina to soften and absorb the water.

  5. Prepare the Buns

    Take 2 round buns and cut them into thick, long slices. Set aside.

  6. Make the Batter

    After , uncover the semolina mixture. Add chopped coriander leaves, 1 chopped small tomato, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tbsp red chili flakes, 1 tsp coriander powder, a pinch of carom seeds, a pinch of turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste.

  7. Combine Batter Ingredients

    Mix all the spices and fresh ingredients into the semolina. Then, add the previously vegetables and mix everything together thoroughly.

  8. Adjust Batter Consistency

    Add a little more water if necessary to achieve a thick, flowing batter that will coat the bun pieces.

  9. Coat the Buns

    Dip each slice of bun into the prepared batter, using a spoon to ensure it is well-coated on all sides.

  10. Pan-Fry the Toasts

    Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Carefully place the batter-coated bun slices into the hot pan.

  11. Cook Until Golden Brown

    Cook for on one side, then flip and cook the other side. Continue cooking, flipping as needed, until both sides are golden brown and crispy.

  12. Serve

    Once the are cooked, remove them from the pan and place them on a serving plate. Serve hot with your favorite sauce or chutney.

Before You Cook

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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten.
gluten

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add other finely chopped vegetablesCustomise

    Add other finely chopped vegetables like corn or peas.

  • Add a pinch of chaatCustomise

    Add a pinch of chaat masala for extra tanginess.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Cooking tipEnsure the Batter Has a Thick

    Flowing consistency to coat the buns properly.

  • Cooking tipCook on a Medium

    Low flame to ensure the inside is cooked through without burning the outside.

  • PreparationLet the Semolina Rest in

    Let the semolina rest in lukewarm water for at least 5 minutes to soften it.

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