By Vidushi Singh
July 8, 2024
Namak Para is a crispy Indian snack made from flour, carom seeds, and spices, deep-fried to golden perfection. Enjoy these crunchy bites with tea or as a snack.
1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon semolina (optional) 1 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain) 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder Water (as needed) Oil for deep frying
Combine flour, semolina, carom seeds, salt, turmeric, and chilli powder. Add water to make a firm dough. Rest for 15-20 minutes.
Now, divide into balls, and roll each thinly. Cut into strips, then into diamond shapes.
Heat oil in a pan. Fry namak para in batches until golden and crisp.
Remove with a spoon, and drain on a napkin until cool and crispy.
Store in an airtight container, serve with tea and enjoy!