Cilantro Bites (Kothimbir vadi)

Cilantro bites (Kothimbir Vadi in Marathi language) : This is a crispy appetizer dish originating from the Indian state of Maharashtra.


Serves: 2 to 4


Ingredients:

- 1 bunch of Cilantro (finely chopped)
- 1/2 tsp of cumin seeds
- 2 green chillies (finely chopped)

- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder

- 1/2 tsp of red chili powder
- Pinch of asafoetida
- 1/4 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp roasted sesame seeds
- 1 cup bengal gram flour
- 1 tsp of oil
- 1 tsp salt
- Oil for frying


Preparation :

- Mix the cilantro , asafoetida, turmeric, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, green chillies, chili powder,

oil, sugar and salt.
- Once all the ingredients are mixed properly, put in the Bengal gram flour and mix slowly.
- Knead the mixture into a dough (While making the dough, keep a little water handy to add as

and when required)
- Make a long roll out of the mixture.
- If its too long you can cut it into half.
- Steam the rolls for 10 minutes.
- After the rolls have cooled down, cut them into slices.
- Heat oil in a frying pan or a deep fryer.
- Once oil is heated, put in the slices and deep fry till the slices are slightly brown and crispy.
- Serve with tomato ketchup or green chutney.