Sev Recipe

Sev, also known as nylon sev, is a popular Indian snack made from gram flour. It is crispy, flavorful, and can be enjoyed on its own or as a topping for various dishes like chaat, pav bhaji, and dahi puri. Sev is also a great addition to breakfast dishes like poha and upma.

Ingredients

• 1 cup besan (gram flour)
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 cup water
• Oil for frying
• Equipment:
• Sev maker (nylon press)
• Large bowl
• Whisk
• Large pot or deep fryer
• Paper towels

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the besan, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt.
2. Gradually add the water to the besan mixture, whisking until a smooth batter forms.
3. Heat the oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
4. Fill the sev maker with the batter.
5. Press the batter through the sev maker into the hot oil, forming long, thin strands.
6. Fry the sev until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the sev from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
8. Let the sev cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
9. Tips:
10. For a spicier sev, add more red chili powder to the batter.
11. Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the batter for a more flavorful sev.
12. To make a healthier version of sev, bake it in the oven instead of frying it.
13. Sev can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.