Nadur Monji facts for kids
| Course | Appetizer or snack |
|---|---|
| Region or state | South Asia |
| Main ingredients | Lotus stem, Gram flour |
Nadur monji or nadir monji (Kashmiri pronunciation: [nadɨrʲ mɔnd͡ʒi]) is a fried snack (fritter) prepared from lotus stem and gram flour. Originating in Kashmir, it is found across South Asia.
Preparation
The preparation of nadur monji begins with one or two ingredients, such as Lotus root, Rice flour, salt, Red chilli powder, Caraway seeds, Thyme powder, cauliflower, cayenne pepper, chili pepper, or occasionally black cumin. Lotus roots are cut into long pieces and further cut into strips. Mixed with rice flour, salt, red chilli powder, caraway seeds, thyme powder and is heated in a kadai. Fried till crisp and reddish-brown color and served hot with chutney.
Serving
Nadur monji are usually served as snacks or appetizers. In Kashmir, they are popular as a street food and fast food snack.
