Kothimbir Vadi is the perfect Maharashtrian tea-time snack for rainy days. However, if you are health conscious and do not prefer food that is deep-fried and oily, we have a solution for your cravings. Chef Meghna Kamdar gave a healthy twist to this Maharashtrian savoury dish and shared a recipe on her Instagram page with the caption, "And this is my version of Kothimbir Vadi - not deep-fried but shallow fried and still crispy." This no-fry kothimbir vadi is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Check out the recipe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meghna’s Food Magic (@meghnasfoodmagic) Ingredients 1 cup - Gram flour (besan) 2 tbsp - Roasted crushed peanuts ½ tsp - Turmeric powder 3-4 - Green chilies, finely chopped Red chilli powder (optional) ½ - Lemon 1 cup - Water 1 cup - Coriander, finely chopped ½ tsp - Garam masala 1 tsp - Mustard seeds 3 tsp - Oil Asafoetida powder (optional) Ginger and garlic, grated (optional) 1tsp - Ajwain (optional) Salt Method *Take a mixing bowl and add gram flour (besan) to it. *Add 2 roasted crushed peanuts, a pinch of asafoetida powder, and turmeric powder to it. *Add some grated ginger and garlic, finely chopped green chilies, red chilli powder, and lemon juice to the mixture. *Slowly add some water and keep stirring to avoid forming lumps. Add some more water if the batter is very thick. *Add salt as per taste. Add finely chopped coriander and garam masala. *Now heat up the pan, pour oil, and add mustard seeds and ajwain to it. *Pour the batter into the pan, keep stirring to avoid lumps, and cook it on a medium flame for 7-8 mins. *Turn off the stove and place the mixture in a tray/plate and flatten it by making a thick layer. *Let it rest for a while and then cut it into small square pieces. *Heat up the pan, add oil, and spread some white sesame seeds on it. *Place all pieces on the pan, turn as soon as the color changes to golden. Do the same on the other side. *Your kurkurit kothimbir vadi is ready. Serve it with green coriander chutney. When are you trying this recipe? For more lifestyle news, follow us: Twitter: lifestyle_ie | Facebook: IE Lifestyle | Instagram: ie_lifestyle