Thalipeeth

 Thalipeeth is a savory multigrain flatbread originating from Maharashtra, India. It's made from a mixture of various flours, spices, and herbs, and is typically served as a breakfast or snack item. Here's a basic recipe for making Thalipeeth:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup multigrain flour (you can use a combination of wheat flour, rice flour, chickpea flour, millet flour, and/or sorghum flour)

- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions

- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh coriander leaves

- 2 tablespoons grated fresh coconut (optional)

- 1 green chili, finely chopped (adjust according to taste)

- 1/2 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste

- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)

- Salt to taste

- Water, as needed

- Oil or ghee for cooking

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the multigrain flour, chopped onions, chopped coriander leaves, grated coconut (if using), chopped green chili, ginger-garlic paste, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder (if using), and salt. Mix well.

2. Gradually add water to the flour mixture and knead it into a soft dough. The dough should be pliable but not too sticky. Adjust the amount of water as needed.

3. Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls and keep them covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.

4. Heat a tawa (flat griddle) or a non-stick pan over medium heat.

5. Take a ball of dough and flatten it into a disc directly on the greased tawa or on a greased piece of banana leaf or parchment paper. Use your fingers to pat and shape the dough into a round flatbread, about 1/4 inch thick.

6. Make 3-4 small holes in the center of the thalipeeth using your fingers to ensure even cooking.

7. Drizzle a little oil or ghee around the edges of the thalipeeth and also in the holes made in the center.

8. Cook the thalipeeth on medium heat until the bottom side turns golden brown and crispy.

9. Flip the thalipeeth and cook the other side until it is golden brown and cooked through.

10. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls to make more thalipeeth.

11. Once cooked, transfer the thalipeeth to a serving plate and serve hot with yogurt, chutney, or pickle.

Enjoy your homemade Thalipeeth as a nutritious and flavorful breakfast or snack!