Haldiram’s Khari Masala 200g

Haldiram’s Khari Masala is a popular Indian snack known for its crispy texture and spicy, savory flavor. „Khari“ refers to a type of flaky, crisp biscuit, and „masala“ means spice blend. Haldiram’s Khari Masala typically features a blend of spices that make it a flavorful accompaniment to tea or as a snack on its own.
If you’re interested in making a similar version at home, here’s a recipe for Khari Masala Biscuits:
Ingredients:
All-purpose flour (maida) – 2 cups
Chilled butter – 1/2 cup (cubed)
Baking powder – 1 tsp
Cumin seeds (jeera) – 1/2 tsp
Carom seeds (ajwain) – 1/2 tsp
Red chili powder – 1/2 tsp (adjust to taste)
Black pepper powder – 1/4 tsp
Garam masala – 1/2 tsp
Salt – 1/2 tsp
Milk – 1/4 cup (or as needed for binding)
Sesame seeds – for sprinkling (optional)
Cumin powder – 1/2 tsp (optional)
Steps to Make Khari Masala Biscuits:
Prepare the dough:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cumin seeds, carom seeds, red chili powder, black pepper powder, garam masala, and salt.
Add the chilled butter cubes to the flour mixture. Use your fingers to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Form the dough:
Gradually add milk, a little at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. The dough should be firm but pliable.
Knead the dough briefly until smooth, then cover it with a cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
Roll out and cut:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. You can roll it thinner if you prefer crispier biscuits.
Cut the dough into desired shapes using a cookie cutter or knife. Place the cut pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Add finishing touches:
Sprinkle sesame seeds or a little cumin powder on top of each biscuit, if desired.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and crispy.
Cool and store:
Allow the khari masala biscuits to cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container.
Enjoy these crispy and spicy khari masala biscuits with your tea or coffee!