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Tikha Gathiya

Tikha Gathiya

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Tikha Gathiya is a majestic and profoundly aromatic Gujarati heritage snack, uniquely celebrated for its chili-red core and intense spicy-crunch profile. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of gram flour dough infused with a bold amount of red chili powder, carom seeds, and black salt. Known for its sophisticated orange-red appearance and status as a world-famous mandatory snack for spice-lovers in traditional high-end Indian luxury household sessions, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Vibrant-Farsan' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and savory-spicy, with the chili providing a unique professional-grade sharp lift. Best enjoyed cool. A mandatory choice for the refined regional snack seekers.

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Servings6 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

2 cups Gram flour (Besan)
1/2 cup Oil
2 tbsp Red chili powder
1 tsp Ajwain (Carom seeds)
1/2 tsp Hing
1/2 tsp Baking soda
Oil for deep frying
Black salt and regular salt to taste
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using black salt (Kala Namak) is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade authentic tangy-spicy flavor profile.
  • Ensuring the red chili powder is fresh and vibrant provides the absolute secret to achieving superior professional-grade color without food dyes.
  • The addition of a little amchur powder provides the essential professional-grade zesty lift.
  • Always fry on medium-low heat specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade crunch is achieved throughout without burning the spices.

Nutritional Information(Per 100g portion)

Calories

490 kcal

Protein

13g

Fat

38g

Carbs

24g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.