Sheetal had lived in California for the past 17 years, but now she had returned to India, to her home town, to begin life afresh. It's always surprising to see how quickly Indians adapt and embrace their home culture when they return, as if their experiences in the West, never existed. They become totally Indian again. "Our cook is making Khandvi today, so come and watch - it's a favourite Gujarati snack" she told us.
A batter is made using Gram Flour, curd & lemon juice, chillie paste, turmeric and a pinch of hing. This batter is beaten well and then cooked and constantly stirred until it thickens.
But the next part of the process was the strangest of all ! It was spread onto the kitchen table with a spatular in thin stripes....when cool, she peeled the edges slightly and then cut it into pieces which were rolled tightly into a cigar shape. The cigars were then cut into short fingers. Next came the tempering with mustard seeds fried quickly in oil & finally garnished with chopped coriander !
But the next part of the process was the strangest of all ! It was spread onto the kitchen table with a spatular in thin stripes....when cool, she peeled the edges slightly and then cut it into pieces which were rolled tightly into a cigar shape. The cigars were then cut into short fingers. Next came the tempering with mustard seeds fried quickly in oil & finally garnished with chopped coriander !
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