Khandvi (food) facts for kids
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| Place of origin | India |
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| Region or state | Gujarat, Maharashtra |
| Main ingredients | Gram flour, Dahi |
Khandvi (pronounced khāṇḍvī) is a yummy, savory snack from India. It's popular in the states of Gujarat and Maharashtra. You might also hear it called Patuli, Dahivadi, or Suralichi Vadi.
This snack looks like small, yellowish rolls. Each piece is bite-sized. Khandvi is mostly made from two main ingredients: gram flour (which is flour made from chickpeas) and yogurt.
Khandvi is easy to find all over India. People often eat it as a starter before a meal or as a quick snack. Many people buy it from local shops because it can be a bit tricky to make at home. Sometimes, it's served with a spicy garlic chutney to add more flavor.
How to Make Khandvi
Making Khandvi starts with a special mixture. This mixture is called a batter. It uses gram flour and yogurt.
Ingredients for the Batter
- Gram flour
- Yogurt
- Ginger paste
- Salt
- Water
- Turmeric (for color and flavor)
- Sometimes, green chili peppers for a little spice
Cooking and Rolling
The batter is cooked until it becomes a thick paste. Then, this paste is spread very thinly on a flat surface. Imagine spreading a thin layer of pancake batter!
Once it cools a little, the thin layer is carefully rolled up. These rolls are usually about 2 to 3 centimeters (about 1 inch) long. This makes them perfect bite-sized pieces.
Serving Ideas
Khandvi can be enjoyed plain, but you can also add other tasty things to it. Some people like to sprinkle grated cheese on top. Others might add different kinds of chutney or even ketchup. You can eat Khandvi either hot or cold. It's a versatile snack that many people love!
