Follow these steps for perfect results
Whole Wheat Flour
All Purpose Flour (Maida)
Methi Leaves (Fenugreek Leaves)
chopped
Green Chillies
crushed
Turmeric powder (Haldi)
Cumin seeds (Jeera)
Butter (unsalted)
melted
Water
Salt
Wash the Methi leaves a couple of times under running tap water and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
Chop the Methi leaves into small pieces and keep aside.
In a mixing bowl, mix whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, crushed green chilies, chopped methi leaves, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, and salt.
Add water gradually and knead into a hard dough.
Melt unsalted butter and add it to the dough.
Knead the dough a couple of times.
Divide the dough into equal balls.
Take each ball, flatten it, and roll it out to 1/4" thickness using a rolling pin.
Using a knife, cut the rolled dough into diagonal lines (diamond shape) or any desired shape.
Heat oil in a deep fry pan on low flame.
To check if the oil is at the correct temperature, pinch a tiny portion of dough and add it to the oil. If it rises to the top immediately, the oil is ready.
Deep fry the shaped dough pieces on a low flame until they turn brown.
Drain them on a paper towel to soak the extra oil.
Once cooled, store them in an airtight container.
Serve Methi Namak Pare with hot Masala Chai or a cup of coffee.
Expert advice for the best results
Make sure the oil is not too hot, or the Namak Pare will brown too quickly on the outside but remain uncooked inside.
Kneading a tight dough is key to a crispy Namak Pare.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container.
Serve in a bowl or on a plate lined with a doily.
Serve with Masala Chai
Serve with coffee
Serve as a party snack
Warm and spicy, complements the savory snack.
Strong and bold, provides a contrasting flavor.
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