Namak para
Namak para, also nimki or nimkin is a crunchy savoury snack eaten in the Indian Subcontinent. It is also referred as Mathri sometimes in some parts of Punjab and Uttar Pradesh.
Namak para is ribbon-like strips of pastry delicately seasoned with ajwain and cumin seeds in pure ghee or any oil. It requires approximately 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook. The appearance, taste, and texture can be compared to that of samosa pastry.
Other seasonings can be added to the mathri as well, e.g. dried fenugreek leaves, dried mint leaves, etc.
The name derives from namak, the main seasoning for the pastry, other ingredients include atta flour, maida flour or semolina and baking powder and baking soda.Namak para is one of the favorite snack among most Indian kids.
