Why Apple Besan is the Perfect Ingredient for Monsoon Recipes

You know who the best friend of rain is? A cup of garma garam chai with a plate of crispy, crunchy besan snacks.

We all keep hearing about dalwadas, fulwadas, bhajiyas, mirchiwadas, katri, bateta wadas, and kandawadas all around us. But do you know why besan is so popular during the monsoon?

Let’s decode why Apple Besan is the best monsoon food.

Easy to digest

Monsoon is a great season for our mind and mood. But the hard fact is, it slows our digestive system down. Due to increased humidity in the weather, our digestive system needs lighter sources of nutrition. Apple Besan is lighter than other flours and is easier on the stomach when the digestive system slows down.

Rich in protein

Protein is essential even on rainy days to keep you full for longer, support muscle health, along with sustaining energy levels. But other sources of protein can be heavy for the stomach; that’s why Apple Besan is the best choice. It is naturally high in plant-based protein.

Sustains energy

Apple Besan contains complex carbohydrates that release energy gradually in the bloodstream. This helps to prevent sudden hunger and cramps while keeping you energized for the entire day.

Naturally gluten-free

It is advisable to reduce gluten intake during the monsoon, and Apple Besan is one of the most nutritious alternatives that can be used in a variety of monsoon recipes.

Wide varieties of food

Apple Besan is one of the most versatile ingredients for making a wide variety of recipes that can brighten your mood. From vadapav to kandawada, sing bhujiya to kothambir wadi, and a wide range of bhajiyas, anything is possible with Apple Besan.

So, in celebration of the monsoon and the goodness of Apple Besan, here we share 3 amazing recipes, bound to bring Khushiyon ka swaad to your plate.

Mexican Bhajiya

Ingredients:

Cabbage 1 cup 

Crushed corn 1/2 cup 

Chopped capsicum 1/2 cup 

Mexican seasoning  1 tsp 

Black pepper 1 tsp 

Chilli flakes 1 tsp 

Apple Himalayan rock salt as per taste 

Apple besan 1 cup 

Apple suji ½ cup

Water as per requirement

Oil for frying

3-Steps Method

1. Add chopped cabbage, crushed corn, chopped capsicum, Mexican seasoning, black pepper, chilli flakes, and Apple Himalayan Rock Salt in a bowl and mix well.

2. Add Apple Besan and Apple Suji into it along with water to make a thick batter.
To see the step-by-step recipe, watch our video on the Apple Foods Kitchen Channel:

3. Make small balls from the batter and deep fry them until turned into golden brown.

Bread Pakoda

Ingredients:

For Stuffing:

Oil  2 tbsp

Mustard Seeds 1 tsp

Cumin Seeds  1 tsp

Curry Leaves 3–4

Chilli-Ginger Paste 1 tsp

Turmeric Powder 1 tsp

Water As per requirement

Cooking Soda 1 pinch

Apple Himalayan Rock Salt  As per taste

Boiled Potatoes 2 (medium-sized, mashed)

Lemon Juice 1 tsp

Fresh Coriander 1 tbsp (finely chopped)

For Batter:

Apple Besan 2 cups

Turmeric Powder ½ tsp

Apple Himalayan Rock Salt As per taste

Hot Oil 1 tsp

Water  As per requirement

Bread Slices – As needed (Diagonally cut)

Oil – For deep frying

3-Steps Method

1. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, chilli-ginger paste, turmeric powder, Apple Himalayan Rock Salt, lemon juice, chopped coriander, and mashed potatoes to make stuffing.

To see the detailed process of stuffing, watch the video on our Apple Foods Kitchen Channel,

2. In a bowl, add Apple besan, turmeric powder, Apple Himalayan Rock Salt, a pinch of cooking soda, and water to make a smooth batter.

3. Take a diagonally cut bread slice, apply stuffing into it, place another bread slice, dip it into the batter, and deep fry on medium heat until golden and crispy.

Kothimbir Wadi

Ingredients:

Fresh coriander 1 cup

White sesame seeds 1 tsp 

Ginger garlic chilli paste 1 tsp 

Oil 2 tsp 

Cooking soda 1 pinch

Apple Himalayan Rock Salt as per taste 

Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp 

Garam masala 1/2 tsp 

Apple Besan 1 cup 

Water as per the requirement

Oil for deep frying 

3-Step Method:

1. In a bowl, combine coriander, white sesame seeds, ginger-garlic-chili paste, oil, a pinch of baking soda, Apple Himalayan Rock Salt, turmeric powder, garam masala, Apple Besan, and water to form a coarse dough.

2. Grease your hands with oil, shape the mixture into small logs, and steam them for 10 minutes.

3. Cut the steamed logs into small pieces and deep-fry in hot oil until crispy and golden brown.

If you want more crispy recipes for rainy days, visit our YouTube channel, Apple Foods Kitchen.

But remember, whatever you make this rainy season, make it with Apple Besan because it is a super fine besan, made with premium quality chana dal.