How To Make Spiced Indian Crackers (Mathri)
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon carom seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
- 4 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- Water, as needed for kneading
- Oil, for frying
Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, carom seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, salt, turmeric powder, and red chili powder.
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Add the ghee to the flour mixture and rub it in with your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs.
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Gradually add water, a little at a time, and knead the mixture into a stiff dough.
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Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a thin circle or rectangle.
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Prick the rolled dough with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during frying.
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Heat oil in a deep pan or kadhai over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the rolled dough pieces until golden and crispy.
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Remove the crackers from the oil and drain them on a kitchen towel to remove excess oil.
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Allow the crackers to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 320kcal
- Total Fat : 16g
- Saturated Fat : 8g
- Cholesterol : 30mg
- Sodium : 250mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 40g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 0g
- Protein : 5g
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