Kothimbir Vadi Waffle

Most loved Maharashtrian savory snack, now non-fried, but equally yummy! Do try this scrumptious gluten free and vegan waffle, that is crispy on the outside and fluffy inside. Whats more? My version of Kothimbir Vadi is ready in a just few minutes as opposed to the traditional recipe! Get this recipe for all the taste without the hassle.

If you love pakodas, you will love kothimbir vadi. It is a favorite tea time or anytime snack in Maharashtra, India. Kothimbir is the Marathi word for the coriander or cilantro plant. In the traditional recipe, the leaves are combined with besan or chick pea flour along with aromatic spices, steamed, cooled, cut and then fried.

In my quest to get the same taste without frying, I made kothimbir vadi in my Belgian waffle iron. To the batter which is normally made of besan flour, I added idli rawa, which is cream of parboiled rice. That gave the waffles a crispy texture like fried kothimbir vadi. For the aromatics, ginger-garlic paste, sesame seeds, smoky cumin and coriander seed powders all make it an unforgettable snack! Plus I skipped a few steps like steam, cool , cut and then fry. All the taste without the hassle and the extra time makes this a winner in my book!

Ready to enjoy it?

Combine the ingredients for the batter

Lightly spray the waffle iron with cooking spray. I used olive oil spray from my Misto spray bottle. Preheat the waffle iron. Pour 2/3 cup batter (quantity will depend on your waffle iron) in the waffle iron. Close the lid and let it cook until the waffle is golden brown on the outside, and cooked and fluffy inside, about 4 minutes.

That is it folks! Your kothimbir vadi waffle is ready in 4 minutes cooking time. Repeat with the rest of the batter.

Enjoy this truly moreish snack anytime! This is a batter that needs no fermentation or waiting period, so a scrumptious vegan, no gluten snack or light meal is ready within minutes!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Love,

Sandhya