Gajar Vadi Recipe - Maharashtrian Style Steamed Carrot Dumplings

Step 1: To begin making the Gajar Vadi, we will firsty make the vadi

Step 2: Wash, peel and grate the carrots in a bowl

Step 3: In the same mixing bowl, add gram flour, wheat flour, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder together and knead to make a firm, smooth dough by adding little water at a time

Step 4: Make a soft dough

Step 5: To shape the vadi, sprinkle a little water on the dough, if required and shape the dough into cylindrical rolls of about 6" length and 1" thickness

Step 6: Make sure to make the rolls tight enough so that they don't split in the water

Step 7: In a saucepan, add enough water to accommodate all the rolls

Step 8: Now slowly drop the rolls into the water and boil them for about 15-20 minutes on high heat

Step 9: This will help in the rolls/ vadi to cook through

Step 10: Once done, remove the rolls and allow it to rest for about few minutes and allow it cool completely

Step 11: Once cooled completely, cut the Gajar Vadis rolls into even sized slices or bite size pieces

Step 12: The next step is to temper the vadi

Step 13: Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a pan on medium flame, add mustard and cumin seeds and allow them to crackle

Step 14: Add in the asafoetida, curry leaves, green chillies and sesame seeds

Step 15: Stir well for about 30 seconds

Step 16: Add in the cooked Gajar Vadi into the seasoning and stir fry for about a minute

Step 17: Ensure the Vadis are well coated with the seasoning

Step 18: Serve Gajar Vadi with Dhaniya Pudina Chutney and Masala Chai Recipe - Indian Spiced Tea for a light and healthy evening snack