Deconstructed Papdi Chaat ….DFT

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The Proud DFT Team brings Mother’s Day Special this time. How fun is that? Many of us are bringing Chaat or Indian Street Food from our morher’s delectable palate. Who says that Diabetics have to eat “No-Fun” food? Binge in and and Indulge. But hey…remember!! Portion Control is the key!

So Lets start making this famous Indian Papdi chaat Without wasting any time ….

SERVES :4

For the Papdi Katoris
Whole wheat flour – 1 cup makes around 12 katoris ..
Carom seeds/Ajwain – 1/4 tsp optional
Oil – 2 tbsp
Salt – approx 1/2 tsp or too taste
Water for kneading the dough

Method :
1. Mix all the ingredients for the dough except water and rub thoroughly.
2. Now add water to form a dough ..
The kneading should be minimal and just enough to get the dough into a ball.
3.Wrap in cling film and chill for at least 20 minutes.
4.Preheat the oven to 200 degree C/ 420*F
5. Roll out the dough into 5 mm thickness. Using a large cookie cutter, cut out rounds in the dough.
6.Place the rounds at the base of greased tart pans , cupcake molds or a muffin pan . The edges should turn up to form a shallow katori shape.
7.Bake on the middle shelf of the oven until the pastry is light brown cooked through, about 15 minutes.
8.Remove in a plate and bring it t room temperature.

NOTE : katoris can be made up to 4-5 days in advance and can be stored in room temperature in an airtight container …

Moong Dal Pakodi / Yellow Split lentil fritters
Ingredients :
1 cup split yellow moong dal
1 finely chopped green chili
1 tsp grated ginger
Pinch each of hing and baking powder
salt to taste
few strings of chopped coriander
2 tsp oil

Method:
Wash and soak dal in water for 3-4 hours.
Grind dal finely in blender.
Add all the ingredients in the batter except oil.
Add water if batter is too thick otherwise vada will be hard.
Heat the paniyaram pan. Add tsp oil in paniyaram, when its hot add tsp of batter in each holes and cook until it leaves side.

For the spicy green mint and coriander chutney
1 cup chopped Coriander leaves
1/2 cup chopped mint leaves/pudina
2 green chili, chopped
2 tsp lemon juice
salt as per taste

METHOD :
Blend all the ingredients with very little water to a smooth paste.
keep aside.

For the sweet tamarind dates chutney:
½ cup tamarind/imli pulp
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup seedless dates
½ tsp dry ginger powder/saunth ( optional)
1 tsp cumin powder/jeera powder
1/2 cups water
Salt a pinch

METHOD :
Boil tamarind pulp and dates in water.
When dates become soft add the spice powders and salt.
Switch off the burner and let the mixture cool.
Grind the chutney mixture to a smooth paste. seive the chutney through a strainer. add more salt if needed.
If The chutney becomes too thick add some warm water to liquidize it.

SERVES 4
For Papdi chaat
12 prepared Papdi Katoris
12 Moong dal Pakodis
1 cup beaten yogurt
1 medium potato, boiled and chopped ( optional)
1 cup boiled OR canned chickpeas/kabuli chana/garbanzo beans
1/4 cup mint coriander chutney
1/4 cup tamarind dates chutney
2 tsp red chili powder
2 tsp cumin powder
1tsp salt
Fresh Cilantro / coriander leaves for garnishing

TO ASSEMBLE :
Arrange the papdi katoris in a plate.
Add 1 pakodi in each katori .
Top katoris with chopped boiled potatoes and cooked chickpeas.
Sprinkle some red chili powder and salt (optional)
Now top these with a TBS of beaten yogurt.
Add green chutney and sweet tamarind chutney to taste …
Sprinkle red chili powder, cumin powder and salt as per taste ..
Garnish with cilantro leaves ..
serve papdi chaat immediately……

CHICKPEAS
Chickpeas, also called garbanzo beans, are a healthy way to add more protein and other essential nutrients to your meals. They are good sources of fiber, iron, phosphorus, zinc, potassium, magnesium, folate, thiamine, riboflavin and vitamin B-6. These beans may also lower your risk for cancer, heart disease and diabetes, as well as limiting increases in blood sugar levels after meals.
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Whole Wheat Flour :
Whole wheat is rich in vitamins B1, B2, and B3 along with zinc, iron, calcium, magnesium, folic acid, phosphorus and fiber. Whole wheat products retain all these nutrients and help keep our health in check. The magnesium content in wheat is believed to be responsible for activating enzymes in the body that balance out insulin production and glucose levels.
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DATES :
Here are a few reasons to include dates in your diabetes diet plan:
Low-Glycemic Index , Carbohydrates, Dietary Fiber , Nutritious and Fat Free
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Moong dal ..
Moong beans are a diabetic friendly food as they have a low GI. Foods low in glycemic index help in maintaining ideal levels of blood sugar. Generally, people who consume foods with low GI have lower body fat when compared to those who eat foods with a high GI (like sugary drinks and white bread)

DISCLAIMER:
I am not a nutritionist or dietician. My knowledge and information is based on my research and reading from different resources. Please consult your doctor or dietician before making any changes to your diet.

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