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Chorafali

Cultural Context

Chorafali is a popular snack from the state of Gujarat in India, often enjoyed during festivals and celebrations. This crunchy treat is made from a blend of flours and spices, showcasing the region's love for flavorful snacks. Traditionally served with chutneys, Chorafali has gained popularity beyond Gujarat, becoming a favorite across India and among snack lovers worldwide.

GujaratiINsnack
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons oil
2 cups besan
1/2 cup dal powder
1/2 teaspoon salt (for flour)
rice flour (for rolling)
1 tablespoon pink salt
1 tablespoon amchur (dry mango powder)
1 tablespoon red chili powder

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is a healthier option, while all-purpose flour is more affordable.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds provide omega-3s, and sunflower seeds are often cheaper.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños offer similar heat, while bell peppers are milder and cheaper.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Turmeric adds health benefits, while ground ginger is often less expensive.

1

Take a saucepan and add 1/4 cup of water.

2

Heat the water until it is slightly warm, not boiling.

3

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of paprika to the warm water and mix well.

4

Add 2 teaspoons of oil to the mixture and let it cool down to room temperature.

5

In a mixing bowl, add 2 cups of besan and 1/2 cup of dal powder that has been powdered in a mixer.

6

Sift the besan and dal powder together and add another 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

7

Gradually add the cooled water mixture to the flour, little by little, until it comes together.

8

Add 2 teaspoons of oil to the dough and knead it until smooth.

9

Place the dough in a clean plastic bag and beat it to soften further.

10

Remove the dough from the bag and knead it for an additional 4-5 minutes.

11

Divide the dough into equal parts and flatten one part into a roti using rice flour for dusting.

12

Cut the roti into long strips, leaving the edges intact for easier frying.

13

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium to high flame.

14

Fry the strips until they are crispy, about 1-1.5 minutes, turning them as needed.

15

Remove the fried strips and drain on paper towels.

16

Prepare a masala by mixing 1 tablespoon of pink salt, 1 tablespoon of amchur powder, and 1 tablespoon of red chili powder.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

saucepanmixing bowlplastic bagdeep frying panpaper towelsknifepizza cutter

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

ChorafaliChorafali Farsan

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