Crispy Mathri: Make The Snack With This Punjabi Recipe

By Garima Johar

November 29, 2025

Mathri is a staple North Indian snack that is usually made in the winter season. Paired with a hot cup of chai, the crunchy snack is perfect for cold evenings. To make it at home, follow this Punjabi recipe.

Ingredients

2 cups maida ½ cup whole wheat flour 3 tablespoons ghee 5-6 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons ajwain 2 teaspoons kali mirch 2 teaspoons kasuri methi 1 teaspoon jeera 1 pinch hing 1 pinch baking soda Salt to taste Oil for deep frying

Step 1

Heat some ghee and set it aside.

Step 2

Mix maida, atta, ajwain, kali mirch, kasuri methi, jeera, hing, and salt.

Step 3

Knead the dough by adding warm ghee and water. Let the dough rest for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Take small portions of the dough and roll them into thick discs.

Step 5

Deep fry the mathris till they are golden brown. Let them cool and serve.