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Sev Mamra Recipe

Sev Mamra is a classic, crunchy Indian tea-time snack made with puffed rice (mamra), crispy gram flour noodles (sev), and a flavorful tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and spices. This light, savory, and addictive mixture comes together in minutes and is a staple in many Gujarati households, perfect for festive occasions or a quick snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack, Tea-Time
Cuisine: Gujarati, Indian, vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups mamra (puffed rice)
  • 1 cup sev (thin gram flour noodles)
  • 1/4 cup peanuts raw or roasted
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
  • 8-10 curry leaves
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • salt to taste

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small pan for tempering

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  2. Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant .
  3. Add peanuts and fry until they turn slightly golden.
  4. Add turmeric powder and red chili powder. Mix well .
  5. Add the mamra (puffed rice) and salt. Toss well to coat evenly with the spices. Roast on low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mamra becomes crispy .
  6. Turn off the heat. Add sugar and mix well.
  7. Add the sev and gently mix everything together.
  8. Allow the mixture to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
  9. Serve Sev Mamra as a crunchy tea-time snack.

Notes

Mamra: Kolhapuri mamra is thicker and has a better texture for this recipe [citation:8]. You can crisp it up in the oven or microwave before adding to the tempering if needed .
Sev: Use thin sev for best results. You can use store-bought sev to save time .
Variations: Add fried cashews, almonds, or coconut slices for extra crunch . For a tangy twist, add a pinch of dry mango powder (amchur) or chaat masala.
Tempering Tip: Stir the mamra immediately after adding the tempering to ensure even coating .
Storage: Once completely cool, store in an airtight container at room temperature. It stays fresh for up to 2 weeks .
Serving Suggestion: Enjoy as is, or use as a topping for bhel puri, sev puri, or other chaat items .