Gathiya(bengal gram flour strands) Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Gathiya is a popular Indian snack made from Bengal gram flour strands. It is a crispy and savory snack that is perfect for tea-time or as a party appetizer. The strands are deep-fried until golden brown and seasoned with spices like cumin, black pepper, and turmeric. Gathiya is often enjoyed with chutneys or as a topping for chaats. It is a versatile snack that can be stored in an airtight container for several weeks.

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Ingredients for Gathiya(bengal gram flour strands) Recipe

  • 1/5 cup Bengal Gram Flour
  • 1/10 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1/20 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/20 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 1/5 tablespoon Oil
  • as needed Water As Needed
  • as per your need Oil For Deep Frying

Directions: Gathiya(bengal Gram Flour Strands) Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine Bengal gram flour, cumin seeds, black pepper, turmeric, salt, and oil.
  • STEP 2.Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a smooth dough.
  • STEP 3.Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
  • STEP 4.Take a portion of the dough and press it through a sev maker or a piping bag with a thin nozzle to form thin strands directly into the hot oil.
  • STEP 5.Fry the strands until they turn golden brown and crispy.
  • STEP 6.Remove the fried gathiya from the oil and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
  • STEP 7.Allow the gathiya to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
  • STEP 8.Serve the gathiya as a snack with chutneys or use it as a topping for chaats.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure the dough is not too soft or too hard. It should be pliable and easy to press through the sev maker.
  • Adjust the spices according to your taste preferences. You can add more or less cumin, black pepper, or turmeric.
  • To make the gathiya extra crispy, you can add a pinch of baking soda to the dough.
  • Store the gathiya in an airtight container to maintain its crispiness and freshness.

Storage and Serving

  • Store the gathiya in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Serve the gathiya as a snack with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or tomato ketchup.
  • You can also use the gathiya as a topping for chaats like sev puri or bhel puri.
Nutrition
value
116
calories per serving
2 g Fat7 g Protein17 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    2g
  • Protein
    7g
  • Carbs
    17g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    17g
  • Protein
    7g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    2g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    14mg
  • Iron
    1mg
  • Vitamin A
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    131mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    0mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    50mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    95mg
  • Selenium
    2mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp