Maharashtrian Misal Pav Fritters

A creative twist on traditional Maharashtrian street food, these misal pav fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, served with a flavorful and tangy misal curry.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups chickpea flour
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup ghee or oil
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves chopped garlic
• 1 green chili
• 2 tsp ginger paste
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala powder

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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   Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

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   Step 2: Add ghee or oil and mix until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

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   Step 3: Gradually add water and mix until a smooth dough forms. Cover and rest for 15 minutes.

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   Step 4: Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.

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   Step 5: Flatten each ball slightly into a disk shape. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

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   Step 6: Fry the fritters until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.

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   Step 7: Remove the fritters from oil and drain on paper towels.

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   Step 8: Serve the misal pav fritters hot with a side of misal curry.

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   Step 9: To make misal curry, heat oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté chopped onion and garlic until softened.

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    Step 10: Add ginger paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala powder. Mix well and cook for 1-2 minutes.

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    Step 11: Add chopped cilantro and green chili. Mix well and cook for another minute.

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    Step 12: Add 2 cups of water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes.

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    Step 13: The misal curry is ready to serve with the misal pav fritters.

💡 Pro Tips

To avoid fritters from breaking, make sure the dough is rested long enough and fry them at the right temperature. To make misal curry more flavorful, use homemade ghee and fresh cilantro. You can store leftover misal curry in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the fritters for up to 2 months and fry them when needed.

📊 Nutrition per Serving