Natasha Gandhi's Super-Delicious Surti Locho Recipe: A Must-Try Gujarati Delight

Are you ready to try an authentic and flavorful Gujarati dish? Natasha Gandhi, known for her mouth-watering recipes, brings you a delicious take on Surti Locho, a popular street food in Gujarat. If you're craving something savory and satisfying, this recipe is a must-try. So, what makes this dish so special? Let's dive into the ingredients and step-by-step process!

Ingredients for Surti Locho

For Locho Batter:

• 1 cup Chana Dal (Bengal Gram), soaked for 2-3 hours
• 4 tbsp Poha (Flattened Rice)
• 2 Green Chillies
• 1/2 inch Ginger
• 1/4-1/2 cup Water
• Additional Ingredients for Batter:
• 1/4 cup Sour Curd
• 1 tsp Kala Namak (Black Salt)
• 1 cup Water
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder
• A pinch of Asafoetida (Hing)
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tsp Oil
• 2 cups Water
• 1 tsp Eno Fruit Salt

For Locho Chutney:

• 1 cup Coriander Leaves
• 8-10 Mint Leaves
• 2 Green Chillies
• 1/2 inch Ginger
• 1 tsp Jeera (Cumin Seeds)
• 1 tbsp Sugar
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
• Salt, to taste
• 1/4 cup Ghatiya or Roasted Chana Dal (Optional: replace with some Locho)

For Locho Masala:

• 1/2 tsp Pepper Powder
• 1/2 tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
• Salt, to taste
• 1/2 tsp Chaat Masala
• 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Batter

To begin, grind the soaked chana dal, poha, green chillies, ginger, and water until a smooth paste forms. Transfer the paste to a bowl and mix in sour curd, kala namak, water, turmeric powder, hing, salt, oil, and eno fruit salt. The batter is now ready to steam!

2. Steam the Locho

Grease a plate or thali with edges and pour the prepared batter onto it. Place the batter in a steamer and allow it to steam for 7-9 minutes. Once done, serve the Locho immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture.

3. Prepare the Locho Chutney

In a blender, combine coriander leaves, mint leaves, green chillies, ginger, jeera, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and ghatiya or roasted chana dal (optional). Blend until smooth to create a delicious green chutney that pairs perfectly with the Locho.

4. Prepare the Locho Masala

Mix together pepper powder, roasted cumin powder, salt, chaat masala, and red chilli powder. This spicy masala adds an extra layer of flavor to your dish.

5. Serve the Locho

Top the freshly steamed Locho with Locho masala, special green chutney, sev, chopped onion, and melted butter, oil, or ghee for added richness. Your delicious Surti Locho is now ready to enjoy!

Tip for Extra Flavor:

For a twist, you can add some of the Locho to the chutney in place of ghatiya or dal for an even more authentic taste.

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Natasha Gandhi's Surti Locho recipe offers the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're a fan of traditional Gujarati food or trying it for the first time, this recipe is guaranteed to impress. Try it at home and savor the taste of Gujarat with every bite!