Surati locho

Locho is steamed Gujarati Farsan originated in Surat. It is made from Gram Flour. The dish derives its name from its loose Consistency and irregular shape like dumplings. Check here video Recipe:

Ingredients: For Locho: 1.5 Cups chana daal (Split skinless Bengal Gram) 1/2 Cup of Poha (Beaten rice) 1-2 Tbsp. Turmeric Powder 1 Tbsp. Asafetida Salt as per taste 1 small Tbsp. Hefe (Yeast) 3 Tbsp. Jogurt --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For Green Chatni: Fresh Coriander (100 Grams) Green Chilies as you per your likes (4 to 5 pieces) Ginger (Small Piece) Salt per taste 1-2 tbsp. Lemon Juice 3-4 tbsp. Oil ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Garnishing: Coriander Cheese Green chillies Sev 1(Namkin) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Soak lentils in lots of water overnight. 2. In the morning drain water and wash it well and add washed 1 cup of poha. 3. Grind it in mixture grinder and form a soft batter. 4. Add salt, green chilli paste according to taste, add a pinch of turmeric powder and eno (If needed) and mix it well. 5. Take a deep vessel and spread half of the oil to the vessel so that the batter does not stick to it. Pour the batter into the vessel and spread some black pepper. 6. In a pressure cooker add some water and boil it for 10-15 mins or till done. 7. Keep the vessel in a pressure cooker and cover the cooker with the lid without whistle attached to it. 8. Steam it for 10 minutes. 9. Put a knife in the batter to check if it is baked properly by inserting a clean knife. if it comes out clean, it means it is done. 10. Serve hot with adding some lemon juice, sev, half of the oil and chopped onions. Thanks. Ankit.