Farsan

Farsan

Farsan

Veg Vegan

Farsan is a term used for a variety of savory snacks that are an integral part of Kathiyawadi cuisine. These snacks are often made with chickpea flour and are enjoyed as appetizers or accompaniments.

Cuisines

Kathiyawadi

Best for

Snacks

Recipe

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Total: 40 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Gram Flour 1 cup Gram Flour
buttermilk 1 cup Buttermilk
ginger-green chili paste 1 tablespoon Ginger-green chili paste
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
red chili powder 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
sugar 1 teaspoon Sugar
salt 1 teaspoon Salt
oil 1 tablespoon Oil
Mustard Seed 1 teaspoon Mustard Seed
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , seeds
asafoetida 1 pinch Asafoetida
Sesame Seed 1 tablespoon Sesame Seed
Cilantro 1 tablespoon Cilantro , chopped
Coconut 1 tablespoon Coconut , grated

Instructions

  1. 1 In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, buttermilk, ginger-green chili paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, sugar, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth batter.
  2. 2 Grease a flat plate or thali with a little oil and set aside.
  3. 3 In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and asafoetida. Allow the seeds to splutter.
  4. 4 Pour the batter into the pan and cook on low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and leaves the sides of the pan.
  5. 5 Quickly spread the thickened batter onto the greased plate, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  6. 6 Sprinkle sesame seeds, chopped coriander leaves, and grated coconut over the spread batter.
  7. 7 Allow it to cool slightly, then cut into desired shapes and serve.

Tips

For a more authentic taste, use fresh homemade buttermilk.