Here’s a recipe for Farali Frankie using Upvas flour, suitable for Ekadashi or Vrat fasting in India. This recipe adheres to Swaminarayan Vegetarian dietary restrictions and is a delicious, satisfying snack or meal option.
Instructions:
For the Farali Frankie Wraps (Upvas Flour Roti):
- Prepare the Dough:
a. In a mixing bowl, combine the Upvas flour, sendha namak, and 2 tablespoons of ghee.
b. Gradually add water little by little and knead the mixture into a soft, smooth dough. The dough should be pliable and not too sticky. Adjust the water or flour if needed.
c. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes.
- Shape and Cook the Roti:
a. Divide the rested dough into equal-sized portions and roll them into balls.
b. Take one dough ball and flatten it slightly with your palm.
c. Roll out the flattened dough ball into a thin roti (wrap) using a rolling pin. Make sure it’s thin but doesn’t tear.
d. Heat a griddle or a flat pan (tava) over medium heat. If using a tava, you can grease it lightly with ghee or oil.
e. Place the rolled roti on the hot griddle or tava.
f. Cook both sides until it turns light golden brown, brushing each side with ghee or oil. The roti should puff up slightly.
g. Remove the cooked roti from the griddle and keep it covered to keep it warm and soft.
For the Filling:
- Prepare the Filling:
a. In a mixing bowl, combine the boiled and mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, raw banana, and arbi.
b. Add roasted and crushed peanuts, cumin powder, black pepper powder, sendha namak, grated ginger, and green chili paste. Mix everything together well to create a flavorful filling.
For the Green Chutney:
- Prepare the Green Chutney:
a. In a blender, combine fresh coriander leaves, green chilies, grated ginger, roasted peanuts, sendha namak, and lemon juice.
b. Blend until you have a smooth chutney. Adjust the seasoning and spiciness according to your taste.
Assembling the Farali Frankie:
- Assemble the Frankie:
a. Place a cooked Upvas flour roti (wrap) on a clean, dry surface.
b. Spread a spoonful of the green chutney on the roti.
c. Place a generous amount of the potato and nut filling on top of the chutney.
d. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and grated coconut if desired.
e. Roll up the roti tightly into a Frankie shape, tucking in the sides to prevent the filling from falling out.
- Serve:
a. Your Farali Frankie is ready to be enjoyed as a delightful and filling fasting-friendly snack or meal during Ekadashi or Vrat.
Cooking Time: The estimated cooking time for this recipe is approximately 45-60 minutes, including preparation and cooking. It may take longer if you make a larger quantity of Farali Frankie wraps.