Neha Deepak Shah's Healthy and Quick Handvo Bites Recipe

Neha Deepak Shah, a renowned culinary expert and digital content creator, is known for her innovative and healthy recipes. One of her latest creations is Handvo Bites, a delightful twist on the traditional Gujarati Handvo. These bites are prepared in a Paniyaram Pan, resulting in a snack that's crispy on the edges and soft in the centre. Packed with protein and fibre from various dals and veggies, Handvo Bites are not only delicious but also nutritious. Let's dive into Neha's recipe for these scrumptious bites.

Handvo Bites: Ingredients and Preparation for Fermented Batter

To prepare the fermented batter, you'll need:

• 1/2 cup Dals (Equal parts Chana Dal, Moong Dal, and Toor Dal)
• 1 cup Small grain rice (Ponni, Surti Kolam, Sona Masoori)
• 1 to 2 chillies
• 1 small piece of ginger
• 1 tbsp yogurt
• Salt and Haldi (turmeric) powder
• 1 cup veggies (bottle gourd and carrots), grated
• 2 to 3 tbsp chopped coriander
• 1/4 cup Sooji (semolina)
• 1/2 tsp Eno for each batch (Neha splits this batch into 2)

Soak the dals and rice for at least 4-5 hours or overnight. Blend them with chillies, ginger, and yoghurt to create a coarse batter. Mix in salt, haldi, veggies, coriander, and sooji. Let the batter ferment overnight. Before cooking, add Eno to the batter to make it light and fluffy.

Tadka Preparation

For the tadka, you'll need:

• Oil
• Mustard Seeds
• Sesame Seeds
• Curry leaves

Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, sesame seeds, and curry leaves. Let them crackle and then add this tadka to the fermented batter for added flavour.

Cooking Handvo Bites

To cook the Handvo Bites, heat a Paniyaram Pan and pour the batter into each cavity. Cover and cook on low flame until the bites are light and fluffy. Flip them over to ensure they are crispy on both sides. Cook on low to medium flame for the best results.

Special Tips from Neha

Always cook the Handvo Bites on low flame and keep them covered to retain moisture and fluffiness.
If you're not using the fermented batter immediately, store it in the fridge to prevent over-fermentation.

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Neha Deepak Shah's Handvo Bites are a perfect example of a healthy and quick snack that doesn't compromise on taste. Whether you're looking for a nutritious breakfast option or a delicious evening snack, these crispy bites are sure to satisfy your cravings. So grab your Paniyaram Pan and give this recipe a try!