Crispy and Crunchy Shev

Crispy and Crunchy Shev

Today’s recipe is crispy and crunchy shev. Shev (also spelled sev) is an immensely popular, crunchy, and savory Indian snack that holds a special place in the hearts of many. It’s a key component in countless street foods and chaat preparations, and an essential part of the festive diwali faral (snack platter). Crafted primarily from besan (chickpea flour), the texture of Shev is its signature appeal. Each strand is incredibly light, crisp, and crunchy, breaking apart instantly in the mouth. For many, Shev is synonymous with childhood comfort food and festive gatherings. It evokes nostalgia for train journeys—a portable, dry snack tucked into tins—and busy family kitchens during Diwali.

Varying in thickness from the very fine nylon sev to a thicker, heartier gathiya-like sev, it provides a satisfying crispness that perfectly complements its flavor profile. The taste is distinctly savory, often seasoned with turmeric for a rich color and a blend of spices like asafoetida (hing) and chilli powder for an earthy, subtle spiciness. The distinct, satisfying crunch is a sound that instantly transports you back to simpler times, making it more than just a snack—it’s a treasured memory woven into the fabric of Indian cuisine.

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Some Interesting facts about Crispy and Crunchy Shev :-

Despite its intricate appearance, Shev is surprisingly easy to make at home, making it a fantastic weekend project. The process involves preparing a simple, pliable dough—a mixture of besan, spices, and oil (moen)—and then pressing it through a special kitchen tool called a sev maker or sancha directly into hot oil. The strands cook quickly to a beautiful golden brown, requiring less than a minute per batch to achieve that perfect lightweight crispness. It is an economical, quick, and beginner-friendly recipe that yields a large batch for long-lasting storage.

Crispy and Crunchy Shev

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Serves: 4 People Preparation Time: 15Minutes Cooking Time: 30Minutes 30Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 Calories 20 grams Fat

Rating: 4.5/5

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Ingredients

• 1/2 kg Besan
• 1/2 cup Rice flour
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
• A pinch of Baking soda
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp Red chili powder
• 1 1/4 cup Water
• Oil for frying

Instructions

Step 1: Sieve besan well once and add rice flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, salt and baking soda.

Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients well and add a little water at a time to make semi stiff dough.

Step 3: Take small portion and make a log of it. 

Step 4: Fill it into the shev mold and close the lid.

Step 5: Heat up oil on medium heat and when the oil is hot enough turn the heat to low.

Step 6: Drop shev into hot oil and fry well on low heat until it turns nice and crunchy.

Step 7: When one side is fried well, flip the shev over and fry well from other side too.

Step 8: When shev is fried well form both sides, take it out, drain excess oil and transfer it on a wire rack. Shev is ready.

Notes

• When the shev cools down completely, store it in an airtight container.
• It has shelf life of about a month.

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This is yet another Diwali special traditional recipe that you simply can’t miss. It is the irresistible topping for every plate of bhel puri, sev puri, and chaat, and a constant companion to afternoon tea.