Namak Para Recipe (Namak Pare)

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more affordable.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat, while bell peppers are milder.

fresh ginger

🥗Healthier: ground ginger

💰Cheaper: dried ginger

Ground ginger is easier to store and use.

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, fine semolina, salt, and carom seeds.

Add ghee to the dry ingredients and mix well until crumbly.

Gradually add water to form a dough, kneading until smooth.

Roll out the dough and cut it into diamond shapes.

Heat oil in a pan for frying.

Deep-fry the diamond-shaped pieces until golden brown and crispy.

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Equipment Needed

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