Zunka is a very popular traditional Maharashtrian dish. Zunka is a dry version of "Pithala".
This dish is a very simple and easy to make. Gram Flour (Besan) is the main ingredient in this dish. It is saute in oil with onion, Masala and other few ingredients. Zunka goes very well with Bhakri (Jawar Roti) and it is also referred as Zunka Bhakar.
6 - 8 tablespoon Oil
1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoon ginger, garlic, green chili paste
2 Onions, Chopped
1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 1/2 Cup Gram Flour
1/2 Cup water
Salt to taste
Fresh Coriander
Method :
Heat oil in a Kadhai/Pan. Add Mustard seeds, Cumin seeds, Ginger + Garlic + Green Chili paste.
Add Chopped onion and fry for 2 -3 minutes.
After that add Gram Flour and roast it for another 2 - 3 minutes.
Add 1/2 cup water. Add salt as per the test and cover it. Let it cook for 6 - 8 minutes on medium heat.
After 6 - 8 minutes, turn off the heat and sprinkle some fresh coriander.
Serve hot Zunka with Bhakri.
