Handvo
Gujarat's savoury baked lentil-and-rice cake with a crackling sesame crust and tender, tangy crumb. A wholesome one-dish snack studded with bottle gourd.
60 min 2 servingsMedium
Ingredients
2 servingsContains: sesame
Flavor profile
Spice
Sweetness
Richness
Method
- 1Soak rice and mixed lentils together for 4 hours, then drain.
- 2Grind coarsely with a little water into a thick batter.
- 3Stir in grated bottle gourd, green chilli paste, turmeric and salt.
- 4Fold in a spoon of yogurt-free souring agent and a pinch of soda.
- 5Temper mustard and sesame seeds in oil, pour into the batter.
- 6Spread into a greased tin, top with more sesame seeds.
- 7Bake at 180C for 35 to 40 minutes until firm and golden.
- 8Cool slightly, cut into squares and serve.
Frequently asked
About 60 minutes total — 20 min prep and 40 min cooking.
Yes — Handvo is gluten free, jain, veg, vegan.
Handvo contains sesame. Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies.
This recipe makes 2 servings.
