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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.

Tikha Gathiya Recipe
Spicy Gram Flour Snack
Best Hot Gujarati Farsan
Homemade Tikha Gathiya
Chili Infused Gathiya
Teekha Sev Alternative
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 authentic tangy-spicy flavor profile.
  • Ensuring the red chili powder is fresh and vibrant provides the absolute secret to achieving superior color without food dyes.
  • The addition of a little amchur powder provides the essential zesty lift.
  • Always fry on medium-low heat to ensure the signature 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.