Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.75 cup

Maida (all-purpose flour)

Sifted

30 g

Ghee (clarified butter)

Melted

0.25 tsp

Ajwain (carom seeds)

Optional

1 tsp

Salt

To taste

0.25 cup

Water

As needed

1 l

Oil

For frying

Step 1
~5 min

Sift the flour and salt together.

Step 2
~5 min

Add carom seeds and ghee.

Step 3
~5 min

Rub the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 4
~5 min

Gradually add water to form a medium-stiff dough.

Step 5
~5 min

Cover the dough with a moist cloth and let it rest for an hour.

Step 6
~5 min

Divide the dough into four equal-sized balls.

Step 7
~5 min

Roll out each ball into a thin chapatti (about 1/2 mm thick).

Step 8
~5 min

Cut the chapatti into vertical strips (about 1/2 mm wide).

Step 9
~5 min

Cut the strips horizontally into 2.5-3 inch pieces to form stick crackers.

Step 10
~5 min

Heat oil in a wok or deep frying pan over medium-low heat.

Key Technique: Deep frying
Step 11
~5 min

Carefully add the cut-out dough pieces to the hot oil.

Step 12
~5 min

Fry until the crackers turn a deep golden brown color.

Step 13
~5 min

Remove the crackers from the oil and drain on a tissue or kitchen towel.

Step 14
~5 min

Repeat with the remaining dough.

Step 15
~5 min

Allow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Step 16
~5 min

Serve and enjoy with your favorite beverage.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the oil is not too hot to prevent burning.

Roll the dough as thinly as possible for extra crispiness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tea or coffee.

Enjoy as a snack on its own.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Indian pickles
Chutneys

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Indian Subcontinent

Cultural Significance

A popular snack often made during festivals and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Festivals
Parties
Tea time

Popularity Score

70/100

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