6 Classic Gujarati Snacks That Never Fail To Impress

Gujarati cuisine is all about flavours. Most of the dishes here are cooked using a variety of spices and flavours, giving each of them a unique taste and texture. But if you explore the Gujarati snacks, they are simple and considerably low on spices, yet leave a strong impression on our palate. Try these classic Gujarati snacks and let us know how you like it.

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Dhokla needs no separate introduction. It is one popular dish across India. Made with besan, dhokla is soft, spongy and melts in our mouth in no time.

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Another steamed, melt-in-mouth snack, khandvi is served with a tadka of mustard seeds and curry leaves, which makes the dish yet more aromatic. Moreover, the including of coconut shavings on the top adds a crunchy texture to the dish.

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Thepla is basically a super-thin paratha made with ginger, green chillies, methi, herbs and yogurt. When paired with chutney and mirchi, its makes for a perfect dish for mid-meal hunger pangs.

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Made with besan, fafda is a light and crunchy papad-like snack that is best enjoyed with chutney or mirchi ka achar.

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Gujarat's very own spicy and crispy cake, handvo is made by mixing bottle gourd with buttermilk, flour, coriander, chillies, lentils and rice flour.

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Muthia is basically steamed or fried Gujarati-style dumplings made out of flour dough, seasoned with fenugreek, chilli powder and turmeric.