Firstly, in a large plate take 2 cup maida, 2 tsp kalonji, ½ tsp ajwain and 1 tsp salt.

Add 3 tbsp ghee and mix well. Crumble and mix, making sure the flour is moist.

Add water as needed and begin kneading the dough.

Add water in small batches to prepare a tight dough.

Rest the dough for at least 20 minutes.

Knead the dough again, then pinch off a ball-sized dough.

Roll them into a round / square shape, making them slightly thin.

Take a knife / pizza cutter and cut them into a diamond shape.

Drop the namak pare into the hot oil. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 15-20 minutes.

Stir occasionally, and fry them to a nice golden brown on a low to medium flame.

Drain them off to remove excess oil.

Finally, allow Namak Para Recipe to cool to room temperature and store it in an airtight container.