Fafda

Fafda step by step instructions:

We have heard often the combination of fafda and jalebi. Fafda is a Gujarati snack. It is made up of gram flour (besan). It is very crispy and tastes delicious with fried green chillies, chutneys or tea.
Making fafda requires a bit of practice but I guess in just 2-3 go’s you are all set. Always make sure the dough is kneaded well. A stiff dough will not let you stretch itself to its fullest and smooth dough will break in between.
Turmeric powder and red chilli powder can also be added as per one’s choice.

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Let us start cooking!!!

Ingredients:
Besan: ½ cup (60 gms)
Oil: 1.5 - 2 tbsp.
Ajwain powder: ¼ tsp.
Papad khar: ½ tsp.
Oil for frying the fafda
Water: 1/8 cup less ½ tsp.
Salt as per taste

Method:
1. In a bowl take besan. Add papad khar, salt, and ajwain powder. Mix well.

2. Now add oil and mix well.

3. Add water and knead into firm dough.

4. Let the dough rest for few minutes.
5. Take the dough and knead again.
6. Make 8-10 equal parts of the dough.

7. Take one part and elongate it.

8. Now keep it on a flat surface and with the help of your palm stretch the dough as much as you can in one go.

9. With the help of a blade scrape it up nicely so that it doesn’t break.

10. Similarly, prepare the others too.
11. Heat oil in a kadai.
12. Put the prepared fafda into the oil and fry until crispy.

13. Take out on an absorbent paper.

14. They can be stored in an airtight container for 15-20 days.
15. Serve hot or cold with tea or a variety of chutneys.
16. Delicious “Fafda” is ready!

Tips:
1. When you knead the dough, check the consistency of the dough by pressing it under the palms and stretching it. If it is difficult to stretch then add more water.
2. If papad khar is not available, it can be replaced with baking soda.
3. Make sure the oil is piping hot before frying the fafdas.
4. Apply full pressure while stretching the fafdas. More the pressure applied, thinner the fafdas will be.

See you soon with a new recipe till then Happy Cooking!!!