8 Monsoon-Special Gujarati Farsaan To Snack On

By Shreya Goswami

July 28, 2023

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Forget the regular old Dhoklas and Fafdas! This monsoon, indulge in the flavours of lesser-known Gujarati snacks for the perfect teatime binge on a rainy day.

Kand Na Bhajiya

Kand Na Bhajiya is a delectable snack made from purple yam or kand slices coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter.

Kela Methi Bhajiya

This one is made with ripe banana and fresh fenugreek leaves dipped in a spiced chickpea flour batter and deep-fried to golden perfection.

Poha Pakoda

Poha Pakoda is a snack made of poha or flattened rice mixed with besan or gram flour along with an array of spices.

Fulwadi

Made with besan, spices, and a medley of herbs, these crisp and savory treats are shaped into rolls and deep-fried.

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Gota

Fenugreek leaves and onions are added to a mixture of gram flour, semolina, and spices before frying these crispy pakodas.

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Ras Patra

A variation of the popular Patra or Aluvadi, Ras Patra is made with steamed colocasia leaves, besan batter and sugar syrup.

Lilva Kachori

These flaky, deep-fried kachoris are filled with a luscious mixture of fresh pigeon peas or lilva, coconut, and a harmonious blend of spices.

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Vatana Ghughra

These crescent-shaped pastries are stuffed with a savoury filling made from vatana or dry green peas, grated coconut, and spices.

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