Methy/ Fenugreek leaves/ vendaya Keerai, we usually make some dhal using this fresh methi greens. Instead of dhal, i thought of include this healthy greens into chapathi and it turns out really well.
Some of the benefits of the vendaya keerai are
- These are highly beneficial for treating poor liver functions
- It has an incredible strong effect on blood lipid levels and the capacity to cut down the cholesterol level.
- The healing properties of vendhaya keerai are quiet similar to cinnamon, it helps to prevent type –II diabetes
- It has an outstanding ability to reduce LDL levels, triglycerides and cholesterol
Ingredient:
- Whole wheat/ multi-grain flour – ¾ cup
- Chickpea flour – ¼ cup
- Methi leaves – ½ cup
- Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp
- Cumin powder – ½ tsp
- Red chilli powder – ½ tsp
- Mild cooking oil – 1 tblsp
- Salt – 1tsp
- Water – as req
Procedure:
Step 1:
In a wide mixing bowl add all the ingredient except water and mix well, sprinkle some water and knead thoroughly, once it attained the consistency. Add about a tblsp of mild cooking oil and knead for another 5 mins.
Step 2:
Rest the dough for about 30 mins or so and take a lemon sized ball and roll it evenly to form a circular shape and place it over a pre-heated tawa. Allow it to cook for 2 mins or so and flip it out and let it cook for a min.
Finally you will get a soft and delicious methi chapathi. Njoy with some spicy sides.
