Crispy Mathris Recipe: Delightful Indian Traditional Snacks

Mathris Recipe

Mathris are delightful Indian snacks ideal for tea time, breakfast, or as light snacks. With their crispy texture and flavorful taste, they perfectly complement a warm cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy these traditional treats whenever you need a quick and satisfying snack option.

Cooking Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons refined oil (acts as Moin for crispy texture)
• 2 teaspoons carom seeds
• 2 teaspoons chaat masala (optional)
• A pinch of baking powder
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare Dough:

   • In a mixing bowl or parat, take all-purpose flour.
   • Add carom seeds, salt to taste, 4 tablespoons of refined oil, and a pinch of baking powder.
   • Mix all the ingredients well.
   • Gradually add water to make a dough with a consistency similar to puri dough.Now, leave your dough covered for the next 10 minutes.

2. Shape and Cut:

   • Divide the dough into small balls.
   • Roll each ball into a flat disc.
   • Using a knife, cut the flattened dough into desired shapes (traditionally diamond-shaped).

3. Fry:

   • Heat sufficient oil in a deep pan or kadai over medium heat.
   • Once the oil is hot, carefully add the shaped dough pieces into the oil.
   • Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy completely.
   • Remove the fried mathris using a slotted spoon and place them on absorbent paper to drain excess oil.

4. Season:

   • Optionally, sprinkle chaat masala over the fried mathris for added flavor and spiciness.

5. Serve:

   • Mathris are ready to be served.
   • Enjoy them during tea time, breakfast, or whenever you crave a light and crispy snack.