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    Home » Festivals » Diwali » Omapodi | Ajwain Flavored Nylon Sev

    Omapodi | Ajwain Flavored Nylon Sev

    Posted on June 4, 2016 · Last Updated on February 17, 2021 · By Srividhya G · 27 Comments

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    Omapodi or Ajwain Nylon Sev is a deep-fried snack prepared with chickpea flour with the hint of ajwain or omam, as we say in Tamil. It is one of the popular snacks and prepared mainly during Diwali and this nylon sev is also used for a lot of chaat items. 

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    I have mentioned many times in my blog that I am not a sweet tooth person. I love savory snacks and so does vaandu. The top two dishes that we love are plantain chips (Nedram chips) and this omapodi. If I goto Indian grocery, either one will be in my bag and we will finish it off in no time. Amma used to prepare this for Diwali and also every now and then for munching. The fun part in this recipe is breaking the sev. I love breaking those big intertwined sev. Sadly, when I prepared this recipe, the kiddo was sick and M did the honor of breaking the sev. 

    Omapodi

    The key thing in this recipe is the press that you are using and also the oil temperature. I usually use the thin one and these thin ones get cooked within 30 seconds. So make sure the oil is medium hot and be prepared to flip it as soon as you complete the pressing process.

    I had some leftover dough which was two less to press, so I tried Karasev with that for the first time. That came out really good. I Will post a detailed recipe soon, but here is the Karasev  :-)

    Karasev

    Here is the second post under the holiday dishes theme. The first one was Sathumaavu Urundai.

          AjwainNylonSev

    Ingredients required for omapodi

    • Besan / Chick Pea flour – 2.75 cups
    • Rice flour – 2 tbsps
    • Ajwain Seeds / Carrom Seeds / Omam – ½ tsp
    • Red chili powder – ½ tsp
    • Salt – 1 tsp
    • Hing – ½ tsp
    • Water – ½ cup
    • Butter – 2 tsps (at room temperature)
    • Oil for frying

    How to make omapodi

    • Sieve the besan.
    • Powder ½ tsp of ajwain into a fine powder.
    • Now mix the besan, ajwain powder, red chili powder, salt, hing, and butter.
    • Incorporate them well and now slowly add the ½ cup of water on the required basis and knead the besan mix. Knead them like chapati dough. 

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    • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wide vessel or pan and once the oil is hot make sure it is a low flame.
    • Now apply oil in the press and add the kneaded dough in the mold and press slowly in the oil like muruku.
    • I usually spread them throughout and turn them slowly as soon as you are done with pressing. As it’s the thin press, the omapodi gets cooked faster.
    • Let it cook on the other side for 10 more seconds and that’s it.

    Remove it slowly and press and fry the remaining dough too.

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    Once the sev is cool down, break them and that’s it. Sev is ready. Store it in an airtight container.

    Recipe Notes:

    • Adjust the salt and red chili powder according to your preference.
    • Make sure the oil is low heat. If it’s on high flame, the sev might get burned.
    • Make sure you flip it right away. If you are using the thin press, do not cook for more than 15 seconds on each side.
    • Depending upon the press size, the cooking time varies.

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    Omapodi | Ajwain Flavored Nylon Sev

    Omapodi or Ajwain Nylon Sev is a deep-fried snack prepared with chickpea flour with the hint of ajwain or omam, as we say in Tamil.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 439kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Ingredients

    • 2.75 cups Chick Pea flour Besan
    • 2 tbsp Rice flour
    • ½ tsp Carrom Seeds Ajwain Seeds / Omam
    • ½ tsp Red chilly powder
    • 1 tsp Salt
    • ½ tsp Hing
    • ½ cup Water
    • 2 tsp Butter at room temperature
    • 1.5 cups Oil for frying

    Instructions

    • Sieve the besan.
    • Powder ½ tsp of ajwain into a fine powder.
    • Now mix the besan, ajwain powder, red chili powder, salt, hing, and butter.
    • Incorporate them well and now slowly add the ½ cup of water on required basis and knead the besan mix. Knead them like chapati dough.
    • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wide vessel or pan, and once the oil is hot, make sure it is in low flame.
    • Now apply oil in the press and, add the kneaded dough in the mold, and press slowly in the oil like muruku.
    • I usually spread them throughout and turn them slowly as soon as you done with pressing. As its the thin press, the omapodi gets cooked faster.
    • Let it cook on the other side for 10 more seconds, and that’s it.
    • Remove it slowly and press and fry the remaining dough too.
    • Once the sev is cool down, break them and that’s it. Sev is ready. Store it in an airtight container.

    Notes

    • Adjust the salt and red chili powder according to your preference.
    • Make sure the oil is low heat. If it’s on high flame, the sev might get burned.
    • Make sure you flip it right away. If you are using the thin press, do not cook for more than 15 seconds on each side.
    • Depending upon the press size, the cooking time varies.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 439kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 283mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 2mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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    Comments

    1. VEENA KRISHNAKUMAR says

      July 29, 2016 at 6:31 am

      Love this crunchy delicious snack. Loooks super good

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        July 29, 2016 at 8:36 am

        thankoo veena

        Reply
    2. Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

      June 13, 2016 at 2:28 pm

      My favorite and love the omam flavor.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 13, 2016 at 4:40 pm

        Thanks Sandhya..

        Reply
    3. Bharani says

      June 10, 2016 at 4:29 am

      Omg I have missed so many recipes… love this looks very delicious.. in my must try recipe…

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 10, 2016 at 9:52 am

        ;-) ;-) Thanks a lot Bharani..

        Reply
    4. Gayathri Kumar says

      June 10, 2016 at 2:47 am

      Such a classic recipe. Without omapodi, there is no Deepavali in my house..

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 10, 2016 at 9:44 am

        oh yes.. totally agree with you. :-)

        Reply
    5. skd says

      June 09, 2016 at 1:03 am

      They look so crunchy yet melt in the mouth. You have nailed them so well ?☺
      Ana

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 09, 2016 at 7:51 am

        Thanks a lot :-)

        Reply
    6. Varada says

      June 08, 2016 at 4:33 pm

      It is so evenly fried to the perfect golden color.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 09, 2016 at 7:49 am

        Thanks a lot Varada :-)

        Reply
    7. Pavani says

      June 07, 2016 at 12:14 pm

      Love, love love this crispy and crunchy snack.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 08, 2016 at 8:07 am

        Thanks Pavani.

        Reply
    8. Smruti | Herbivore Cucina says

      June 07, 2016 at 10:43 am

      Nylon sev flavored with ajwain sounds perfect. Lovely pick for the theme. Amazing pictures Srividhya!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 08, 2016 at 8:06 am

        Thanks a ton :-)

        Reply
    9. Priya Srinivasan says

      June 07, 2016 at 2:10 am

      one of our favorites and also a pretty easy to make snack. Perfect for a lazy evening with a hot cup of coffee!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 07, 2016 at 8:32 am

        yup.. thankooo priya

        Reply
    10. CHCooks says

      June 05, 2016 at 8:34 am

      Really nice Sri.. feel like grabbing some off the screen! :)

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 05, 2016 at 10:42 am

        :-) :-) Thanks pa

        Reply
    11. Priya Suresh says

      June 05, 2016 at 6:41 am

      Feel like munching some sev rite now, with a cup of coffee i can have it anytime.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 05, 2016 at 10:44 am

        I wish I could send you some. Thanks a lot Priya

        Reply
    12. Aruna says

      June 04, 2016 at 9:36 pm

      I don’t like to share my Omapodi with anyone :)

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 05, 2016 at 10:46 am

        he he me too. :-)

        Reply
    13. Srivalli says

      June 04, 2016 at 9:20 am

      I love this snack..so nicely made!…I must say this is a must during hols!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 05, 2016 at 10:46 am

        yup.. thanks a lot Valli.

        Reply

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