Crispy Indian Guyuria

Ingredients

• 1 cup (120g) wheat flour 1 cup (120g) wheat flour
• 1/2 cup (60g) gram flour (besan) 1/2 cup (60g) gram flour (besan)
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Water, as needed Water, as needed
• Oil, for deep frying Oil, for deep frying

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 22g, 1g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.6g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, gram flour, cumin seeds, coriander powder, chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, and vegetable oil.
2. 2.
   Gradually add water to the mixture and knead until a smooth dough is formed. The dough should be firm but pliable.
3. 3.
   Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into small balls.
4. 4.
   Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai over medium heat.
5. 5.
   Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
6. 6.
   Remove the fried Guyuria from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
7. 7.
   Allow them to cool before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Wheat flour — Ensure that the wheat flour is fresh and free from any lumps for a smooth dough.
• Gram flour — Use fine gram flour (besan) for the best texture and flavor.
• Cumin seeds — Toast the cumin seeds in a dry pan before adding them to the dough for enhanced aroma.

Tips & Tricks

• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of chili powder.
• For an extra crunch, you can add a handful of crushed peanuts or sesame seeds to the dough.
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the Guyuria to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
• Store the leftover Guyuria in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.

Serving advice

Serve the Crispy Indian Guyuria as a snack with a cup of hot tea or coffee. They can also be served as an appetizer at parties or gatherings. Accompany them with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or tomato ketchup for dipping.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Crispy Indian Guyuria on a platter or in a bowl, garnished with fresh coriander leaves. You can also sprinkle some chaat masala or black salt on top for an extra burst of flavor.