Pheki Mathri Recipe - Crispy Fried Savoury Fritters

Step 1: To begin making the Pheki Mathai Recipe, first mix the dry ingredients - maida and sooji together

Step 2: Add the ghee to the mixture and rub between your fingers till the dough turns crumbly and resembles breadcrumbs

Step 3: Gradually add warm water, little at a time, while bringing the dough together into a ball

Step 4: Knead for 3-4 minutes till the dough stops sticking and comes together into a neat ball

Step 5: Cover with a muslin cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes

Step 6: After 30 minutes, divide the dough into 8 equal parts

Step 7: Make balls and keep aside for 5 minutes

Step 8: Now roll the mathris out by rolling each ball into a disc about 1/4 inch thick and 5-6 inch diameter

Step 9: Poke the rolled out mathri with fork or knife so that it doesn't fluff up while frying

Step 10: Next, to deep fry the mathri, heat sufficient oil in a kadai

Step 11: Fry the mathris for 2-3 minutes on each side till golden brown

Step 12: Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and keep aside to cool

Step 13: Allow the mathris to cool completely, and then store them in an airtight container

Step 14: Serve Pheki Mathri Recipe as a tea time snack  along with Aam Ka Achaar Recipe and a hot cup of  Masala Chai