Binjal's VEG Kitchen

A nourishing Maharashtrian favorite Dudhi Che Thalipeeth 🌿 Made with jowar, chickpea flour, rice flour, and fresh dudhi Naturally gluten free, filling, and perfect for breakfast or brunch. . Comment “ DUDHI “ I’ll send detailed recipe in your inbox . . . . .

Gujarati Urad Dal It is very easy and quick to make. This dal is very healthy, full of nutritious and rich in protein. It is perfect comforting meal, when served with Gujarati Bhakri or with rice. It is made from split black gram, with Ginger, garlic tempering. . Comment “ Urad Dal “ I’ll share detailed recipe in your inbox . . . . . . . .

Til Chikki also called Til Gajak or Tilgul. It is favorable during winter because of it has health benefits. This sesame Chikki and Til Ladoo is most popular during festivals like Makar Sankranti and Uttarayan in Gujarat and Maharashtra. This crunchy brittle is made of jaggery and sesame seeds. You can have it whenever you crave for something sweet. . Comment “ CHIKKI “ I’ll send recipe straight into your inbox . . Happy Makar Sankranti/ Uttarayan/ Pongal/ Lohri 🪁 🪁 . . . . .

Til Mungfali Ke Laddu is very popular during wintertime specially in festival like Makar Sankranti and Lohri. Til Mungfali Ke is incredibly delicious, healthy and very easy to make, takes less than 30 mins to prepare. Prepared with sesame seeds, peanut, coconut, ghee and jaggery . These laddus are very popular in Maharashtra and Gujarat. . Comm” TIL “ I’ll send to your inbox . . . .

Surti Undhiyu aka Gujarati Undhiyu ( Makar Sankranti/ Uttarayan special dish) It is a winter delicacy in Surat, Gujarat, combination of winter veggies and fenugreek dumplings cooked in an aromatic blend of spices. The traditional Undhiyu is a seasonal curry as some of the classic ingredients like Surti papdi, green peas, potatoes, Purple Yam, eggplant and raw banana. The name of this dish comes from the Gujarati word “undhu”, which translates to upside down, since the dish is traditionally cooked upside down underground in earthen pots, termed “matlu”, which are fired from above. . Comment “ UNDHIYO “ I’ll share in your inbox . . . . .

Crushed Peanut Chikki – A Sweet and Crunchy Indian Winter Treat, Chikki is a traditional Indian candy made from nuts, ghee and jaggery, creating a sweet and crunchy treat that is especially popular during the winter months and Makar Sankranti celebrations. . Comment “ CHIKKI “ I’ll share recipe in your inbox! . . . . . .

Methi Muthia, also known as Muthiya, is a beloved Gujarati tea-time snack that boasts a perfect blend of taste and nutrition. This versatile dish can be prepared in two delightful ways—steamed or fried. Both methods bring out distinct flavors and textures, making Methi Muthia equally enjoyable whether you’re in the mood for something light or a bit more indulgent. The key ingredient, fenugreek leaves, imparts a unique, slightly bitter flavor that pairs beautifully with the other components of the dish. . Comment “ Muthia“ I’ll send it in your inbox . . . . .

Vati Dal Na Khaman Dhokla from Gujarati cuisine. This savory steamed cake, made from chana dal, is a popular snack that showcases the simplicity and brilliance of Gujarati cooking. There are few versions of khaman dhokla like Khatta Dhokla, Instant Khaman, etc,.. but this one is our family favorite. . Comment “ DHOKLA “ I’ll send it in your DM . . . . .

Cheel Ni Bhaji Or Bathua Kadhi, a sour and spicy yogurt base curry is very popular in rural Sabarkantha, Gujarat. Cheel Ni Bhaji us very healthy. Mostly, Cheel Ni Bhaji is eaten with Makki ki roti or whole wheat flour bhakhri during winter season because this leafy veggie grows only in wintertime. It can be made without oil or any tempering, but some people add tempering over cooked curry, it is just by choice. Traditionally, it cooks in a clay pot over a clay stove with slow cooking. . Comment “ CHEEL “ I’ll share with you in your DM . . . . . . . . . . Bathua, cheel, Gujarati food, pahadi, desi, ghar ka khana, Dhaba, sabarkantha, winter food, easy recipe, easy meal. Healthy, gluten free . , . . . .