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How to Use Horse Gram (Kulthi) in the Kitchen
Horse gram, also known as Kulthi dal, is a powerful superfood widely used in traditional Indian cooking. It is known for its remarkable kidney detox and urinary health benefits.
Horse Gram has been a part of Indian diets for centuries.
Due to its heating nature, excessive consumption may lead to indigestion or heartburn. It's best to consume it in moderation, keeping your body type (prakriti) in mind.
Rich in essential amino acids, plant-based proteins, and vital minerals, horse gram supports overall wellness.
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Recipes:
Healthy Horse Gram (Kulthi) Puran Poli:
| Ingredients: |
| Horse gram splits (kulthi dal) |
½ cup |
| Whole wheat flour |
1 cup |
| Fennel seeds |
¼ cup |
| Jaggery |
½ cup |
| Ghee |
4 teaspoons |
| Recipe: |
| Soak the horse gram splits in water for 6-7 hours. Drain and grind into a coarse paste using a mixer, do not add water. |
| Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add the horse gram paste and roast on medium heat until it turns light brown and aromatic. |
| Stir in fennel seeds and jaggery. Cook the mixture until it thickens into a dough-like consistency. Keep stirring to avoid burning. |
| Let the mixture cool slightly, then shape into lemon-sized balls for filling. |
| In a mixing bowl, knead wheat flour with water to form a soft dough. Add a little oil and knead again for smoothness. |
| Heat a griddle (tawa) on medium flame. |
| Roll out a small portion of dough, place the horse gram filling in the centre, seal it, and gently roll again into a semi-thick chapati. |
| Roast on the griddle, flipping both sides until golden. Apply ghee on both sides and serve hot. |
| This high-protein Puran Poli is perfect for kids and makes a healthy breakfast or light dinner option. Enjoy it with a dollop of ghee or a side of warm milk. |
Nutrient-Rich Horse Gram Soup (Kulthi Soup):
| Ingredients: |
| Horse gram (Kulthi) |
½ cup |
| Long pepper (Pippali) |
1 t.spoon |
| Water |
3-4 cups |
| Ghee |
2 t.spoon |
| Curry leaves |
1 t.spoon |
| Asafoetida (Hing) |
a Pinch |
| Cumin seeds |
½ t.spoon |
| Salt |
as per taste |
| Lemon juice |
1 t.spoon |
| Coriander leaves |
2 t.spoon (chopped) |
| Recipe: |
| Roast the horse gram in 1 tsp of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan for 4-5 minutes. Let it cool completely. |
| Grind the roasted horse gram into a fine powder using a mixer or flour mill. |
| Heat ½ tsp of ghee in a pot. Add cumin seeds and a pinch of asafoetida. |
| Add curry leaves and powdered long pepper. Stir gently. |
| Add the horse gram powder, salt, and 2 cups of water. Mix well. |
| Boil the soup on a medium flame for 10-15 minutes until it thickens slightly. |
| Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice and garnish with fresh coriander leaves. |
| Serve hot as a light, nourishing meal. |
| This detoxifying soup is ideal for those on a weight-loss diet, people with kidney stones, or urinary tract infections. It’s also an excellent energy-booster and immunity support drink for the sick and recovering. |
Horse Gram Porridge (Kulthi Raab):
| Ingredients: |
| Horse gram flour (Kulthi atta) |
½ cup |
| Jaggery |
½ cup |
| Water |
3 cup |
| Ghee |
2 t.spoon |
| Nutmeg powder |
½ t.spoon |
| Dry ginger powder (Sonth) |
½ t.spoon |
| Recipe: |
| In a heavy-bottomed or non-stick pan, heat ghee on medium flame. |
| Add horse gram flour and roast it until it turns light brown and gives a rich, nutty aroma. |
| In a separate pot, boil 3 cups of water. |
| Gradually pour the boiling water into the roasted flour mixture while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. |
| Add jaggery and mix well until fully dissolved. |
| Let the mixture simmer on low flame for 5-6 minutes until it thickens to a semi-liquid consistency. |
| Add nutmeg powder and dry ginger powder. Mix well. |
| Serve warm. |
| This Ayurvedic porridge is highly beneficial for postnatal care, helping new mothers regain strength and stamina. It is also an excellent immune-boosting meal for children, rich in iron, protein, and natural warmth, ideal for breakfast or a light dinner. |
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