Traditional Gujarati suvari are thin, crisp, lightly sweet fried crackers made with flour, sugar, and ghee. They are delicate, airy, and perfect with a glass of milk or masala chai.
Although these delicious crackers are specially made for Diwali, we don't serve these to guests. Nowadays it is considered as old fashion but for family members, it's a favourite tea-time munchies during the festive holiday.
Traditional Suwari is normally made without any flavours, but I made small batch with cardamom flavours along with plain Suwari. If you are a fan of traditional recipes, make it on this Diwali !
📖 Recipe
Gujarati Suvari
Ingredients
- 50 grams plain flour maida
- 25 grams sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds lightly crushed
- ½ teaspoon cardamom powder optional
- 4 tablespoons ghee melted
- 5 to 6 tablespoons water or milk, to dissolve sugar
To deep fry
- ghee or oil
Instructions
- Dissolve the sugar in 5 to 6 tablespoons of water (or milk, if preferred) and set aside.
- Sieve the plain flour into a large bowl or plate.
- Add the melted ghee and mix well until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- Add the sesame seeds and cardamom powder.
- Gradually add the sugar liquid and mix to form a soft dough.
- Knead the dough for 10 to 12 minutes until smooth.
- Divide into equal portions and shape into small balls. Cover with a clean kitchen towel.
- Roll each ball into a very thin circle.
- Place the rolled discs on a clean kitchen towel and allow them to dry slightly.
- Heat ghee or oil in a kadai over medium heat.
- Slide 1 or 2 rolled suvari into the hot oil and fry gently without browning (similar to frying papad).
- Remove and place on paper or a rack to cool completely. They will become crisp as they cool.
- Once fully cooled, store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Roll the dough as thinly as possible for the best crisp texture.
- Do not allow the suvari to brown during frying; they should remain pale.
- Ensure they are completely cooled before storing to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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Hayley Dhanecha says
This is such an old fashioned snack that not many people make anymore, and the mildly sweet crispy crackers with sesame seeds remind me so much of family gatherings, my mum has always loved these and this Diwali I am making a big batch to surprise her with.
Unknown says
Hi we call it kharkhariya and always make on diwali x
Freda says
I love such crispy, crunchy snacks with my chai. Now, only if someone could make some and give me, oh well! Lovely post 🙂
Jayasri says
What a beautiful shot! Can I pick one up! Looks so crispy and delicious!
jayashree says
This looks so yumm to have with a cup of tea. I love all the Gujarati snacks.