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It is festive time and we have one festival coming after another. It is the best ever time to celebrate with your friends and family and eat to your heart's content. And while festivities are centred around a family lunch or grand dinner, a good breakfast is important for a great start to the day. Farsan or snacks as called in Gujarati, have so many options that work perfectly well as a grand festive breakfast meal. Here are 8 options for you.
Dhokla:
Recipe - HomeCookingShow
Hailing from the state of Gujarat, Dhokla is a steamed, spongy cake made from a fermented batter of rice and chickpea flour. This light and fluffy delicacy is a breakfast favourite, often adorned with a tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, a little sugar syrup, and a sprinkling of grated coconut. Served with tangy tamarind chutney and spicy mint coriander chutney along with green chillies, dhokla is a farsan that will surely make your breakfast meal special with its presence.
Khandvi:
Our country's culinary prowess shines through Khandvi, a delicate and savoury roll made from gram flour or besan and yoghurt. The preparation involves cooking a smooth batter to perfection, spreading it thinly, rolling it into cylinders, and cutting it into bite-sized pieces. Adorned with a drizzle of seasoned mustard and sesame seeds, khandvi is a visual delight as well as tasty dish, that adds an elegant touch to your festive breakfast table.
Muthia:
Another gem from Gujarat, Muthia is a steamed or fried dumpling made from a blend of whole wheat flour, gram flour, and aromatic spices. Made into mutthi or fist-shaped farsan, Muthia is a flavourful addition to your festive spread. Served with a side of green chutney, this dish offers a pleasant balance of textures and tastes, making it a must-try for festive mornings.
Kachori:
A popular North Indian delight, Kachori is deep-fried, before being filled with a spicy mixture of moong dal, urad dal, and spices like hing, jeera and dhaniya. The crispy exterior gives way to this spicy filling with each bite. It is often enjoyed with a side of mint chutney and aloo ki sabji, making it a savoury indulgence that adds a touch of festivity to your breakfast spread.
Bhakarwadi:
Straight from the heart of Gujarat but equally popular in Maharashtra, Bhakarwadi is a spiral-shaped snack that marries the crunchiness of gram flour with a spiced stuffing of coconut, sesame seeds, and poppy seeds. Deep-fried to perfection, bhakarwadi boasts a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavours. This festive delight pairs exceptionally well with a cup of masala chai, making it a favorite for chai-farsan pairing in breakfast.
Gathiya:
Recipe - VEERJI KITCHEN
Originating from the state of Gujarat, Gathiya is a popular crunchy snack made from chickpea flour or besan. This savoury treat comes in various forms, from sev gathiya to the spicier nylongathiya. Light and addictive, gathiya is often enjoyed on its own or paired with chutneys and pickles, adding a much needed crunch to your festive breakfast spread.
Dal Vada:
Dal Vada is a deep-fried lentil fritter that adds a bit of protein-packed punch to your festive breakfast. Made from ground lentils and spiced with herbs and seasonings, dal vada is crispy on the outside and as you bite into eat, the soft dal mesmerises you. Enjoy it with dahi-mint chutney, or imli chutney for a hearty start to your festive day.
Handvo:
Perfect for festivities, handvo is a savoury cake made from a batter of rice, lentils, and doodhi or bottle gourd. What sets Handvo apart is its unique preparation, involving a slow cook in a pan or an oven until it forms a crispy exterior and a soft interior. The inclusion of mustard seeds, sesame seeds adds greatly to its taste. Handvo is often enjoyed with a side of mint chutney, making it a wholesome and satisfying addition to your festive breakfast spread.
