Biscuit Rotti

Biscuit Rotti

Biscuit Rotti

Veg

A unique Mangalorean snack, these deep-fried, stuffed pastries are filled with a spicy, savory mixture, offering a delightful crunch with every bite.

Cuisines

Mangalorean

Best for

Snacks

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Total: 40 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Flour 1 cup Flour
Semolina 1 cup Semolina
Coconut 1 cup Coconut , grated
Onion 1 medium Onion , finely chopped
Cilantro 2 tablespoons Cilantro , finely chopped
red chili powder 2 teaspoons Red chili powder
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
Mustard Seed 1 teaspoon Mustard Seed
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , seeds
asafoetida 1 teaspoon Asafoetida
salt 1 teaspoon Salt
oil 2 tablespoons Oil
water as needed Water

Instructions

  1. 1 In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina, grated coconut, chopped onion, coriander leaves, red chili powder, turmeric powder, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, asafoetida, and salt.
  2. 2 Heat 2 tablespoons of oil and add it to the flour mixture.
  3. 3 Mix everything well and gradually add water to form a firm dough. The dough should not be too soft.
  4. 4 Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls.
  5. 5 Roll each ball into a small disc, about 3-4 inches in diameter.
  6. 6 Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  7. 7 Once the oil is hot, gently slide in the rolled discs one at a time.
  8. 8 Fry until they puff up and turn golden brown on both sides.
  9. 9 Remove from oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  10. 10 Serve hot with coconut chutney or any side dish of choice.

Tips

Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to get crispy and puffed biscuit rottis.