Handvo Recipe (Baked and Stovetop)

 Handvo Recipe 

(Baked and Stovetop)

Handvo Recipe: A Savory and Nutritious Snack or Meal (Baked and Stovetop)

Handvo is a savory and nutritious snack or meal that is popular in Gujarati cuisine. It is made with a fermented batter of rice, lentils, and vegetables, and is typically steamed or baked. Handvo is a good source of protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates, and is also low in fat.

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice
• 1/2 cup tuar dal (split pigeon peas)
• 1/4 cup chana dal (split chickpeas)
• 1/4 cup urad dal (split black gram)
• 1/4 cup moong dal (split yellow mung beans)
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1/2 cup grated carrots
• 1/2 cup grated zucchini
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• Oil for greasing the pan

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice and lentils in a colander until the water runs clear. Soak them in water for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
2. Drain the rice and lentils and grind them into a coarse batter. Add the yogurt, carrots, zucchini, cilantro, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, and baking soda and mix well.
3. Cover the batter and let it ferment for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
4. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease a baking dish with oil.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the handvo is cooked through and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the handvo to cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.

Stovetop Instructions:

1. Heat a little oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
2. Pour a ladleful of batter into the pan and spread it out evenly.
3. Cover the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the bottom of the handvo is golden brown.
4. Flip the handvo and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the other side is golden brown.
5. Remove the handvo from the pan and serve hot.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of grated coconut to the batter.
• You can also add other vegetables to the batter, such as chopped onions, bell peppers, or tomatoes.
• If you don't have yogurt, you can substitute buttermilk or sour cream.
• To make the handvo vegan, omit the yogurt and use coconut milk or vegetable stock instead.
• Handvo can be served with a variety of chutneys, such as green chutney, tamarind chutney, or tomato chutney.

Enjoy!