Masala Methi Mathri

Diwali Special:

A crispy and flaky deep-fried snacks made using all-purpose flour, besan, sooji, whole wheat flour, ghee, and some freshly ground spices.

Mathri, also known as Mathiya or Mathi, is a popular snack in North India. Also served on festivals like Diwali.

Ingredients

- all-purpose flour - whole wheat flour - besan - semolina - cumin seeds  - black pepper

Grinding Whole spices

Take cumin seeds, black pepper, fennel seeds, and coriander seeds in a jar. Make a coarse powder. Keep it aside.

Take maida, besan, whole wheat flour, sooji, salt, kasuri methi, prepared coarse powder, and ghee in a big mixing bowl.

Mixing Dough

Mix everything well and rub the ghee in the flour with your fingertips. The whole mixture should resemble breadcrumbs. Cover with a damp cloth and keep aside for 30 minutes.

Divide the dough into 25 equal balls. Flatten each ball between your palms to medium thickness. Prick each mathri with a fork.

Rolling Mathri

Heat the oil on medium heat. Fry mathris in a small batch in oil on low to medium heat until they are crisp and golden from both sides.

Frying the Mathris

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