Ingredients
- 1 small onion – finely chopped
- 2 tsp garlic – chopped
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 3 dried red chilies
- 1 cup besan flour
- 2 tsp oil
- 1 tsp red chilli powder
- 2 cups water
Zunka, also known as jhunka, is a vegetarian dish that hails from the Indian subcontinent specifically, the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Northern Karnataka. It is most fittingly described as a chickpea flour-based porridge. It is a naturally versatile dish, as the porridge comingles with spices extremely well. The dish is normally sautéed in oil, meaning all you have to do to adjust its flavor is add spices during the sauté process. It’s all bon appétit from there.
Health Benefits
You can’t make zunka without besan flour, also known as gram flour. It has a myriad of health benefits that makes it unique amongst flour. For one, it is filled with protein, which makes it great for vegetarians and vegans – two groups of ppl who can struggle to get enough protein in their diet. Eating besan flour is also a good way to regulate cholesterol, control diabetes, and improve heart health. Besan is also gluten free, which is great for any person with gluten intolerance.
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How to make Zunka
Trivia There is a variation of zunka that is called jhunka bhakri soft tacos. |
