Dehydrated Vegetable Thepla Recipe

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Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup dehydrated fenugreek leaves (methi)
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup gram flour (besan)
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons oil (for dough)
  • 3-4 tablespoons water (for rehydrating fenugreek leaves)
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil or ghee for cooking

Instructions:

  1. Rehydrate Fenugreek Leaves:
    • Place the dehydrated fenugreek leaves in a bowl. Add 3-4 tablespoons of warm water and let them soak for 10-15 minutes or until they are fully rehydrated. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Dough:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, gram flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, carom seeds, sesame seeds (if using), and salt.
    • Add the rehydrated fenugreek leaves, yogurt, and 2 tablespoons of oil to the flour mixture. Mix well.
    • Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a soft, pliable dough. The dough should be smooth and not too sticky. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Roll Out Theplas:
    • Divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls (about the size of a lemon).
    • Dust a rolling surface and rolling pin with some flour. Take one dough ball and roll it out into a thin, round flatbread (about 6-7 inches in diameter).
  4. Cook Theplas:
    • Heat a tawa or flat skillet over medium heat.
    • Place the rolled-out thepla on the hot tawa. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, then flip to cook the other side.
    • Drizzle a little oil or ghee around the edges and cook until both sides are golden brown and cooked through, flipping as needed.
  5. Serve:
    • Remove the cooked thepla from the tawa and place it in a plate. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
    • Serve hot with yogurt, pickle, or any chutney of your choice.

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious Dehydrated Vegetable Theplas, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack!

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