Popular Gujarati snacks to relish during winter
Chilly winters are a sign for warm and filling foods and what better can be some filling Gujarati snacks that are loaded with flavours and nutrition. Be it crispy fritters or steamed delicacies, here are 10 Gujarati snacks that will make your heart warm this winter.
Undhiyu is a quintessential winter dish, is a mix of vegetables cooked with seasonal items like purple yam, green beans, and fenugreek dumplings. A wholesome delicacy spiced with garlic and green chillies, along with a grand blend of traditional masalas, makes it a favourite for the winter season.
These flatbreads are flavored with fresh fenugreek leaves, a winter favourite. Methi thepla served with yoghurt or pickle is not only delicious but also full of nutrients, making it a great snack for cold days.
Khandvi is a soft, savoury snack made from gram flour and yoghurt. It is steamed and rolled to perfection. It is topped with mustard seeds, sesame, and grated coconut and is a great winter treat.
Methi Gota or gram flour fritters in the form of fenugreek, are fried to be the crunchiest snack during this season. Made from besan, spices, and fresh fenugreek leaves, these fritters make for the best tea companion.
This savoury lentil and rice cake is flavored with ginger, chillies, and sesame seeds. Baked or steamed, Handvo is the perfect health-giving snack that goes well with a dollop of chutney or pickle during winter evenings.
Originating from Surat, Locho is a soft and spongy snack made using fermented gram flour and rice batter. Topped with sev, onions, and chutneys, it's a comforting choice for the colder months.