Indian
Indian - South Indian Classics
Fafda
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups rice flour
- • 2 tbsp chana dal, soaked
- • 1 tsp red chili powder
- • 1/4 tsp asafoetida
- • 12 curry leaves, chopped
- • 2 tbsp hot butter
- • 1 tsp salt
- • oil for deep frying
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Combine the rice flour, soaked chana dal, chili powder, asafoetida, curry leaves, salt and hot butter in a bowl.
2
Phase 2
Add water gradually and knead into a firm, crack-free dough.
3
Phase 3
Pinch small portions and flatten each on a greased sheet into thin discs; prick with a fork to prevent puffing.
4
Phase 4
Deep fry the discs in medium-hot oil until crisp and golden on both sides.
5
Phase 5
Drain on paper and cool completely before serving or storing.