Handwa

A savory cake made with Talod Handwa mix.

Ingredients

• 1 (200 gram) packet Talod Handwa mix
• 220 ml water (scant 1 cup)
• 70 grams oil, divided
• Mustard seeds
• Cumin seeds
• Sesame seeds
• Dried red chili

Directions

1. Mix the Handwa mix, water, and 20 grams of oil in a bowl to form a batter. Let rest for 10 minutes.
2. Heat the remaining 50 grams of oil in a nonstick skillet. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, and dried red chili to make the seasoning mixture.
3. Pour the batter into the skillet. Cover and cook over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes.
4. Flip and cook for another 10 minutes, then serve.

Notes

• Adapted from the Talod Handwa Mix box. Quantities are for one 200 gram packet.
• The box uses a 150 ml cup; its 1 ½ cups of water means 220 ml, not 1 ½ standard measuring cups.
• The box does not specify quantities for the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, or dried red chili.
• For extra flavor, add green peas, grated bottle gourd, onion, or garlic to the batter.
• The mix can also be prepared like uttapam.