Besan Ki Sabzi Recipe: A Flavorful Gram Flour Curry Without Tomatoes

Besan Ki Sabzi Recipe:  Tired of the same old vegetables? Try this hearty Besan Ki Sabzi – a protein-packed, gluten-free dish that bursts with rustic flavors. Made with chickpea flour dumplings in a rich gravy, this North Indian specialty requires no tomatoes and tastes divine with roti or paratha!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For Besan Badi (Gram Flour Dumplings):

• 1 cup besan (gram flour)

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• 1 tbsp ghee

• 1 tbsp ginger-green chili paste

• ½ tsp turmeric

• ½ tsp garam masala

• 1 tsp red chili powder

• ½ tsp carom seeds (ajwain)

• Water (as needed)

For Gravy:

• 3 tbsp mustard oil

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• 8 garlic cloves (whole)

• 4 onions (sliced)

• 1 tbsp ginger-green chili paste

• ½ tsp turmeric

• 1 tsp red chili powder

• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder (for color)

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• 1 tsp Kitchen King masala

• 1 tsp garam masala

• ½ tsp dry mango powder (amchur)

• 1 tbsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek)

• Salt to taste

• Fresh coriander (for garnish)

Step-by-Step Recipe

Step 1: Make Besan Badi

1. In a bowl, mix besan, ghee, ginger-chili paste, spices, and ajwain.

2. Rub with hands, sprinkle water, and form a stiff dough.

3. Break into rough, uneven pieces (don’t smooth them).

Step 2: Shallow Fry Badi

1. Heat mustard oil, lightly fry the besan pieces until golden outside (keep inside soft).

2. Set aside; reserve oil for gravy.

Step 3: Prepare Gravy

1. In the same oil, temper cumin and whole garlic.

2. Add onions, sauté until golden. Add ginger-chili paste.

3. Stir in turmeric, chili powders, coriander powder, and salt.

4. Cook until oil separates, then add 1 cup water and pressure cook for 3 whistles.

Step 4: Final Touch

1. Mash the cooked masala, add Kitchen King masala, garam masala, amchur, and kasuri methi.

2. Pour 2 cups water, bring to a boil, then add fried badi.

3. Simmer covered for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh coriander.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

 No Tomatoes Needed – Perfect when pantry staples run low!
High-Protein – Besan is rich in plant-based protein and fiber.
Gluten-Free & Vegan (Use oil instead of ghee).
Meal-Prep Friendly – Tastes better the next day!