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Suju's Kitchen -- Fatafat Besan Pola

आज की ही बात है । I got up so late in the morning जिसकी वजह से मेरी छोटी बेहेन का टिफ़िन बनाने के लिये मेरे पास बस २० मिनट का टाइम था वरना वो बेचारी भुखी ही चली जाती ।  फिर मेने फ़टाफ़ट Decision लिया के आज़ "बेसन का पोला " बनाने के सिवा मेरे पास कोई भी option  नही है ।

Here is a quick recipe & believe me this tastes owsum. . . I made four polaz today, two for my sister and two for me and my team mates for breakfast.

Ingredients:

1 large finely chopped Onion 1 large finely Chopped tomato  1 finely chopped Green Chilli  2 cups Besan  1 bunch leaves finely chopped Coriander  1 tsp Ajwain (not compulsory) 1 tsp Black Pepper Powder  1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder 1/2 tsp turmeric powder  1 tsp Chat Masala  1 tsp Coriander Powder 1- 1 1/2 cup water to make batter  Oil for cooking  Salt to taste  non-stick- tawa is most important.

How to make Besan ka POLA:

1. Put all the ingredients except besan & water in a big bowl smash them properly then add besan.
2. Now start adding small quantities of water to make a smooth batter, so that there are no lumps in it(Important).
3. Add water till it comes to a dropping consistency or just like dosa batter.Now keep it aside.
4. Now heat a non-stick- tawa or heavy bottom frying pan, then turn the heat on medium. Put little oil on tawa [1tsp.] & spread 1 serving spoonful of batter evenly on it.
5. Cover it with a lid, just for a minute so that it cooks inside also. Then remove lid, put some more oil on the top & turn it upside down.
6. Let it be brown & crispy from both sides.
7. Repeat the same with rest of the batter.
8. Serve hot with green chutney or tomato sauce.It can be taken with toast also.

Or you can just stuff this with sprouts and this would be added as health menu in your regular diet.
  

Kothimbir Vadi

Kothimbir vadi is a crispy fritter made from coriander leaves and chickpea flour. It’s a favorite Maharashtrian snack which is served as a side dish during meals. It is also a perfect tea time snack. Me and My sister loves to eat Kothiombir Vadi Made by Aai with hot Masala tea during monsoon season.

     Ingredients for Kothimbir Vadi

2 cups of coriander leaves, washed and chopped

3-4 tablespoon gram flour

1/2 tablespoon rice flour

2 teaspoon red chili powder

1 teaspoon turmeric powder

1 teaspoon cumin powder

2 teaspoon curd

1 teaspoon oil

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon sugar ( optional)

salt to taste

     Ingredients for Seasoning

2 teaspoon oil

2 teaspoon white sesame seeds

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

1/4 teaspoon asafoetida

4 to 5 few curry leaves

1 green chilli chopped

   Method for Kothimbir Vadi 

1. Combine all the main ingredients together in a bowl and knead to make a firm, smooth dough. Add little water if required and shape it into a cylindrical roll.
2. Prepare the steamer with water. Grease a dish of steamer and place the rolls in the steamer plate. Steam the rolls in the steamer for about 15-20 minutes on high heat.
3. Once steamed, allow it to rest for about a minute and take it out and cool completely. Once cooled completely, cut the Kothimbir Vadi rolls into 15 equal slices or bite size pieces.
4. Heat oil in a pan; add mustard and cumin seeds and allow them to crackle. Add in the asafoetida, the curry leaves, green chilies and sesame seeds. Stir well for about 30 seconds.
5. Add in the steamed Kothimbir Vadi into the seasoning and stir fry for about a minute.  This is so that the rolls gte well coated with the seasoning.
6. Serve the Kothimbir Vadi warm with hot Masala Tea or just as it is for snack. 
   
   
                    

Wooden Comb

Neem Wooden Comb

Neem is known as the medicinal plant for its immense health benefits. Neem is a recognized antibacterial and germicide; No insects or bacteria ever come close to neem products.

Many Ancient medical texts have demonstrated that Neem somehow inhibits the multiplication of viruses by combining with the skin cells. This blockage of virus growth imparts the germicidal and anti-allergic properties to Neem.

Scalp disorders such as dandruff and fungal infections are extremely common and what better to use a comb – something that we use everyday – made of a medicinal bark like Neem.

Neem combs are good for your scalp health.Regular combing with these combs is believed to inhibit dandruff as well as scalp infections. Benefits such as reduced hair fall are also claimed.These combs are designed specifically so that the points are not too sharp and you can get an excellent stimulating effect as the comb teeth glide over your scalp. Gently press against the scalp and comb as usual. It is a good practice to comb more often, as this not only stimulates the scalp cells but also keeps it disinfected. These wooden comb provides natural antibacterial effect with every stroke. Recommended for all ages. They are environment friendly and natural.

Wooden Comb Vs Plastic Comb :

Well if you don’t know then here are some benefits of wooden combs for your hair and scalp:

1 . Plastic and metal brushes are rough on the scalp. Wooden combs are soft and polished. They have a much softer feel than plastic or metal combs. If you have sensitive scalp then wooden combs can prevent bruising or scraping your scalp.

2 . Wooden combs prevent your hair from dying out because it helps to distribute oil from your scalp to hair . The sebum that’s produced on the scalp is distributed throughout the length which prevents your scalp from getting greasy.

3.Unlike plastic, it doesn't produce static or snap your hair . Wood has the property to not conduct electricity so it prevents damage from static.

4 . For long hair, wooden combs are best because they evenly distribute hair oils in the length. Your hair appears shiny, they give you hair an even and lustrous look.

Wooden combs come in many beautiful designs. Clean them regularly and they’ll last for a lifetime. Few samples and design of wooden comb are shown below. 

Cleaning Of Wooden Comb:

Never use water to clean wooden combs. Instead use natural oils like jojoba oil to clean them. A well-crafted wooden comb has an attractive appearance. Hence, they are a must accessory to keep with you. 

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