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Crispy, flaky, and perfectly savory Indian crackers seasoned with aromatic spices. This classic North Indian snack is a tea-time favorite and a must-have for festive occasions like Diwali.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Dough
Shape the Mathris
Crispy, flaky, and perfectly savory Indian crackers seasoned with aromatic spices. This classic North Indian snack is a tea-time favorite and a must-have for festive occasions like Diwali.
This north_indian recipe takes 60 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 399.46 calories per serving with 5.88g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or appetizer.
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Fry the Mathris
Drain and Store
For a baked version, preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Arrange the pricked mathris on a baking sheet, brush lightly with oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
Add 1/2 teaspoon of red chili flakes or a finely chopped green chili to the dough for an extra kick of heat.
Replace half of the all-purpose flour (maida) with whole wheat flour (atta) for a nuttier flavor and more fiber. You may need a little extra water for the dough.
Ajwain (carom seeds) is well-known in traditional Indian medicine for its carminative properties, which can help relieve indigestion, gas, and bloating.
Black pepper contains piperine, a potent antioxidant that helps combat free radical damage in the body and enhances nutrient absorption.
The primary ingredients, flour and ghee, provide a quick source of carbohydrates and fats, offering an immediate energy boost.
Store them in a completely airtight container at room temperature only after they have cooled down completely. Any residual warmth will create moisture and make them soft. Stored correctly, they can last for 2-3 weeks.
This can happen for a few reasons: the dough was too soft (too much water), the mathris were fried on high heat, or they were stored before cooling completely. A stiff dough and slow, low-heat frying are essential for crispiness.
Yes, for a healthier alternative. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Arrange the pricked mathris on a baking sheet, brush them lightly with oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. They will have a slightly different, biscuit-like texture compared to the fried version.
Masala Mathri is a traditional deep-fried snack, which makes it high in calories and fat. While it contains beneficial spices like ajwain and black pepper, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet, especially during festive occasions.
One serving of approximately 5 mathris contains around 250-300 calories, primarily from carbohydrates and fats from the flour, ghee, and deep-frying oil.
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