Healthy Methi Thepla

February 3, 2022

This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious, and simple ingredients.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup Multigrain flour
2 tbsp fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves, finely chopped
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 tsp red chili powder
1/4 tsp cumin seeds
1/4 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp sesame seeds
Salt to taste
1/2 tsp ghee (for cooking)
Water as needed (to knead dough)

Directions:

Mix multigrain flour, chopped methi leaves, turmeric powder, red chilli, powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, sesame seeds, and salt in a bowl.
Add water gradually to form a soft dough. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a ball.
Roll out each ball into a thin circle (thepla) using a rolling pin.
Heat a stainless steel pan, and lightly grease it with 1/2 tsp ghee.
Cook the thepla on both sides until golden brown and slightly crispy, pressing lightly with a spatula.
Serve hot with yogurt or pickle.

Health benefits of the ingredients:

Multigrain flour: Offers a nutrient-rich blend of grains, promoting heart health, better digestion, and sustained energy.
Methi (Fenugreek) Leaves: Rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, helps control blood sugar and improves digestion.
Ghee: Clarified butter rich in healthy fats, supporting digestion, boosting immunity, and providing a source of energy.
Spices (Turmeric, Red Chili Powder, Cumin Seeds, Coriander Powder): Improve digestion, have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and metabolism-boosting properties.
Sesame Seeds: Rich in healthy fats, calcium, and antioxidants, support heart and bone health.