Besanauti

Besanauti by Madhu Varma

Ingredients 

1. Maida – 2 Cups
2. Besan – 2 Cups
3. Refined Oil – 4 Tablespoons
4. Hing – 1 Teaspoon
5. Ajwain – 1 ½ Teaspoons, level
6. Kalonji – 1 ½ Teaspoons, level
7. Salt – To Taste
8. Oil – For Deep Frying

Method 
Mix maida besan salt hing ajwain and kalonji. After mixing it evenly add 3 tablespoons of oil and rub it well, till it becomes granular. Squeeze it to see if it holds together. If it does not, add 1 more tablespoon of oil. Add water and knead to make a stiff dough. Roll it out the size of a puri (but not very thin). Make 2 or 3 slits in the central area and deep fry it, but regulate the heat so that each Besanauti comes out stiff.

Serve with Aam Kuccha or Tomato Chutney.