Smokey Desi Baati Bliss: Rajasthani Delight on Appa Pan

Dal Baati is a traditional and popular dish in Rajasthani cuisine, consisting of two main components: "dal," which is a lentil curry, and "baati," which are round, baked wheat flour bread rolls. The dish is known for its unique combination of spicy lentils and the slightly sweet and crispy baati. It is often enjoyed during festive occasions, celebrations, or as a special treat in Rajasthani households. The traditional method of cooking, especially baking baati in a tandoor, imparts a smoky flavor that enhances the overall appeal of this classic Rajasthani dish.

Chef Omkar Pawar has come with some ingenious Indian jugaad in which he will prepare the classic Rajasthani Baati recipe on an appa pan. To elevate the flavors to an extraordinary level, he has also incorporated the magic of charcoal smoke, that'll help add a distinctive desi touch to this traditional delight. Brace yourself for an unparalleled culinary experience as the smoky aroma and flavors take this Baati to new heights!

Recipe ingredients:

• Wheat Flour 250gms
• Semolina 35gms
• Besan 35gms
• Baking soda 1tsp
• Salt to taste
• Ajwain 1/2tsp
• Desi ghee 50gms
• Water as per required for tight dough

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How To Prepare Baati in Appe Pan

• Knead all the ingredients with water, into a form  of stiff dough.
• The dough is divided into small portions, and each portion is shaped into round balls or discs.
• These baati are then baked into appa pan until they become golden brown and develop a crispy outer layer.
• To the appa pan also add charcoal smoke to enhance the flavours.
• Then drench baati in ghee and enjoy it will daal and some sweet dish.

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