Mokala Zunka / Pithale

Time 20 min

Ingredients

Chickpeas / Chana daal 1 cup

Chopped onion 1 medium size

Garlic cloves 3-4

Ginger 1 inch

Green chilies 3-4

Coriander 2 tsp

Mustard seeds 1/4 tsp

Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp

Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp

Curry leaves 3-4

Oil 2 tbsp

Salt to taste

Method

Soak chana daal in water along with 1/4 tsp cumin seeds for 2 hrs. Grind chana daal, garlic, ginger, green chilies, turmeric powder, coriander, salt into a coarse paste.

Heat oil in pan, add mustard, cumin seeds and curry leaves. After seeds pops out, add onion, fry till golden brown. Then add coarse paste, mix well. Stir continuously for 10-12 min so that no lumps are formed. The mixture should be dry. Turn off the flame. Garnish with the coriander. Serve with bhakari

Tip.

U can carry zunka while travelling, it wont get spoil for 2 days if made without onion.