Fafda: A Delightful Gujarati Breakfast to Celebrate Deepavali

Celebrate Deepavali with the delightful and addictive Gujarati breakfast dish, Fafda. This crispy snack, popular in Gujarat, is not only easy to make but also a perfect combination of flavors. Often paired with sweet jilebis, it provides a satisfying sweet-sour balance to kickstart your festive day. Known by different names like vanva, Fafda is made from gram flour, ensuring a crunchy texture that adds to its appeal. The preparation is simple, and you can store it for up to a week after making. Enjoy the festive season with this traditional Gujarati treat that is sure to add joy to your Deepavali celebrations.

Recipe: Ingredients

2 cups of gram flour

Salt (mixed with water; as required)

Oil (as required for frying)

Black salt and pepper powder (as required)

Preparation:

Make a tight dough by mixing the gram flour with water and set it aside.

Break the dough into small pieces, soften it by hitting it with a grinding stone, and shape small balls.

Dust the balls with some maida flour and flatten each one by rolling.

Cut them into three-inch long and one-inch wide strips, then deep fry them in hot oil.

For a spicy kick, sprinkle some black salt and pepper over them.

Serve and savor the crispy goodness of Fafda on Deepavali morning.

Enjoy this traditional Gujarati delight as part of your Deepavali breakfast and make the festival even more special with its rich flavors and crispy texture.