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FANSI MA DHAPKA (GUJARAT SPECIAL)

FANSI MA DHAPKA (GUJARAT SPECIAL)

Preethi Prasad
Fansi Ma Dhapka is a quick and easy Gujarati green beans curry made with a creamy besan (gram flour) mixture. Naturally gluten-free, protein-rich, and perfect for a wholesome weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine INDIAN CUISINE
Servings 2

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Chopping Board
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Wide Bottom Pan
  • 1 Spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Subzi

  • 250 Grams Chopped Fresh French Beans
  • 1.5 Tbsp Oil
  • 1 Generous Pinch OF Hing / Asafoetida
  • 1 Tsp Fresh Green chili and Ginger Paste
  • 1 Salt to Tatse
  • 1 Pinch Sugar

For the Dhapka

  • 3 Tbsp Besan
  • 1/2 Cup Finely Chopped fresh Palak
  • 2 Tsp Finely chopped fresh Coriander
  • 1 Tsp Finely Chopped Fresh Green Chili
  • 1/2 Tsp Ginger Paste
  • Generous Pinch Hing / Asafoetia
  • Salt to taste
  • Pinch of Sugar
  • 1 Tsp Oil
  • 1/2 Cup Water (Adjust to thick Consistency)
  • 1/2 Tsp Eno

Instructions
 

Cook the Beans:

  • Heat oil in a pan and add a pinch of hing (asafoetida). Toss in the chopped French beans along with salt, sugar, ginger-chili paste, and a splash of water. Sauté on medium heat until the beans are slightly tender.
  • Allow it to cook
  • Prepare the Besan Mixture:
  • In a bowl, combine besan (gram flour), finely chopped palak (spinach), fresh coriander, green chili, ginger paste, a pinch of hing, salt, sugar, oil, and water. Mix well, then fold in Eno fruit salt and beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.

Add the Dumplings:

  • Spoon small portions of the fluffy besan mixture over the cooked beans. Cover the pan and cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes. The dumplings will puff up and turn golden, creating a delicious topping for the beans.

Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with rotis, theplas, or enjoy as a wholesome, protein-rich bowl on its own.

Notes

Notes & Tips

  1. Beans: You can use French beans, green beans, or even Cluster beans Make sure they are chopped evenly for uniform cooking.
  2. Palak (Spinach): Finely chopping the spinach helps it blend into the besan mixture and keeps the dhapa light and fluffy.
  3. Eno Fruit Salt: This is optional but helps the besan dumplings puff up perfectly. If unavailable, you can skip it; the dish will still be delicious.
  4. Spices: Adjust green chili, ginger, and red chili powder according to your spice preference.
  5. Consistency: The dhapa should be fluffy but not runny. Adjust water accordingly.
  6. Serving Suggestion: Serve hot with rotis, theplas, or enjoy as a wholesome, protein-rich bowl on its own.
  7. Make Ahead: You can prep the beans and besan mixture in advance. Just assemble and cook when ready to serve.
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