Gatte Ki Sabzi Recipe (Rajasthani Gram Flour Dumplings Curry) : This iconic Rajasthani dish features soft besan (gram flour) dumplings in a spiced yogurt gravy. Master Chef Pankaj Bhadouria shares his expert recipe for perfect gatte ki sabzi every time.
Ingredients:
For the Gatte (Dumplings):
1 cup besan (gram flour)
½ tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
½ tsp turmeric powder
½ tsp red chili powder
1 tsp ghee
Salt to taste
3-4 tbsp yogurt
For the Curry:
2 tsp ghee
½ tsp asafoetida (hing)
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 whole red chilies
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 finely chopped green chilies
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
½ tsp coriander powder
1 cup whisked yogurt
Fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the Gatte:
In a bowl, mix besan, turmeric, red chili powder, carom seeds, ghee and salt
Add yogurt and knead into firm dough (add water if needed)
Roll into cylindrical shapes (about ½ inch thick)
Cook the Gatte:
Boil water in a pan and gently add the gatte
Cook for 8-10 minutes until they float to the surface
Remove, cool and cut into 1-inch pieces
Make the Curry:
Heat ghee in a kadhai, add cumin, asafoetida and whole red chilies
Sauté onions until golden brown
Add green chilies and ginger-garlic paste, cook for 1 minute
Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder and salt
Reduce heat and slowly add whisked yogurt while stirring continuously
Final Assembly:
Add the gatte pieces and simmer for 5 minutes
Garnish with fresh coriander
Serve hot with bajra roti or steamed rice
Chef’s Tips:
Maintain low heat when adding yogurt to prevent curdling
The gatte dough should be firm but not dry
For richer flavor, use homemade yogurt
Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins
Enjoy this authentic taste of Rajasthan in your kitchen! The creamy yogurt gravy perfectly complements the hearty besan dumplings for a truly satisfying vegetarian dish.