Crispy Masala Sev

Ingredients

• 2 cups (240g) chickpea flour 2 cups (240g) chickpea flour
• 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon chaat masala 1 teaspoon chaat masala
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• 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): 10g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 18g, 2g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, vegetable oil, turmeric powder, red chili powder, asafoetida, cumin seeds, chaat masala, and salt.
2. 2.
   Gradually add water to the mixture and knead it into a smooth dough. The dough should be firm and pliable.
3. 3.
   Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
4. 4.
   Take a portion of the dough and place it in a sev maker or a piping bag fitted with a sev plate.
5. 5.
   Press the dough through the sev maker directly into the hot oil, moving your hand in a circular motion to form a spiral shape.
6. 6.
   Fry the sev until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
7. 7.
   Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
8. 8.
   Once the sev has cooled, sprinkle it with additional chaat masala for extra flavor.
9. 9.
   Store the Crispy Masala Sev in an airtight container to maintain its crispiness.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chickpea flour — Ensure that the chickpea flour is fresh and free from lumps for a smooth dough. Sift the flour before using to remove any impurities.

Tips & Tricks

• To achieve a crispy texture, make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the sev.
• Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.
• Experiment with different spice blends to create your own unique flavor profile.
• Store the sev in an airtight container to maintain its crispiness for a longer duration.
• Serve the Crispy Masala Sev with a tangy tamarind chutney for an extra burst of flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Crispy Masala Sev as a standalone snack or as a topping for chaats and salads. It pairs well with a hot cup of masala chai.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Crispy Masala Sev in a bowl or on a platter, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and a sprinkle of chaat masala. Serve it alongside a small bowl of tamarind chutney for dipping.