Air fryer Mathri recipe
Air fryer mathri is the best companion for hot cuppa tea.It is also low in oil unlike the traditional cracker.
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Stand mixer optional for kneading dough
- Rolling Pin
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour maida
- 1 teaspoon carom seeds ajwain
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds jeera
- 2 teaspoons salt or to taste
- 4 tablespoons desi ghee or vegetable oil for dough
- 1 tablespoon oil for brushing
- ¾ cup water add more if needed
Instructions
- Add flour, salt, carom seeds, and cumin seeds to a large mixing bowl. Mix in oil until the flour resembles crumbs.
- Add water gradually, knead into a stiff dough. Cover and rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.
- Divide dough into small pieces, roll each into thin discs using a rolling pin. Prick with a fork to prevent puffing.
- Preheat the air fryer to 170°C for 5 minutes.
- Place mathris in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Brush lightly with oil.
- Air fry for 14–15 minutes at 170°C, flipping halfway, until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before storing in an airtight container.