Crispy Homemade Bhavnagari GathiyaVeg
Enjoy the authentic taste of crispy, savory Bhavnagari Gathiya right in your kitchen. This classic Gujarati snack is made with a perfect blend of besan, aromatic carom seeds, and crushed black pepper. With a simple technique of mixing oil and water to create a fluffy dough, you can achieve that signature store-bought texture. These golden, crunchy sticks are perfect for tea time or as a delightful treat to store and enjoy for weeks. A must-have for every snack lover.
Ingredients
500 g Gram Flour (besan)
1 tbsp Black Pepper (roughly crushed)
2 tsp Carom Seeds (Ajwain)
1 cup Water
1 cup Oil
For frying Oil
1 tsp Asafoetida Powder (Hing)
to taste Salt
1 tsp Papad Khar
Instructions
1
Combine the besan, crushed black pepper, and carom seeds in a large mixing bowl.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the water, oil, papad khar, salt, and asafoetida until the mixture becomes pale, thick, and fluffy.
3
Gradually add this liquid mixture to the flour while kneading to form a smooth, soft dough.
4
Grease your hands with oil and knead the dough until it is consistent and smooth.
5
Grease a sev-making machine and a coarse-holed plate with oil.
6
Fill the machine with the dough and seal it.
7
Heat oil in a deep pan. Test the heat by dropping a tiny bit of dough; it should rise immediately.
8
Press the machine to release the dough directly into the hot oil in circular motions.
9
Fry over low-to-medium heat, turning occasionally, until the gathiya turn crisp and light golden yellow. Do not over-brown.
10
Remove and drain on absorbent paper. Store in an airtight container once cooled.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings per recipe
