বিস্কুট

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fine Sugar (soaked in water for 1 minute to prevent melting)
• 1.25 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted; provides structure)
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Cumin Seeds (Kalijira) (adds authentic Bengali flavor; lightly mashed by hand)
• 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda (a pinch; gives lightness, not baking powder)
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (for dough; plus extra for frying (enough to submerge biscuits))
• 3 tablespoon Water (add gradually to form a firm but pliable dough)

Instructions

1. Soak Sugar

   Place the fine sugar in a small bowl, add enough water to just cover it and let it sit for 1 minute, then drain any excess water.

   Time: PT1M

2. Combine Dry Ingredients

   In a mixing bowl add the sifted all‑purpose flour, the pinch of black cumin seeds (mashed by hand) and the pinch of baking soda. Mix briefly.

   Time: PT3M

3. Incorporate Oil

   Add the 2 Tbsp vegetable oil to the dry mixture. Using your fingers or a spatula, rub the oil into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

   Time: PT4M

4. Form the Dough

   Gradually add water, a tablespoon at a time, kneading gently after each addition. Stop when the dough is firm but not hard – it should hold together without cracking.

   Time: PT5M

5. Rest the Dough

   Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

6. Roll and Cut

   Lightly flour a clean surface, roll the dough to about 0.5 cm thickness. Cut into squares or circles of equal size – not too thin, not too thick.

   Time: PT5M

7. Heat Oil for Frying

   Pour enough oil into the frying pan to submerge the biscuits. Heat over low to medium heat until the oil shimmers (about 350°F / 175°C).

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Fry the Biscuits

   Carefully place a few biscuits into the hot oil. Fry for 2‑3 minutes, turning once, until they turn golden‑brown and crisp throughout.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 350°F

9. Drain and Cool

   Using a slotted spoon, lift the biscuits onto the paper‑towel‑lined plate to drain excess oil. Let them cool completely; they will become crisper as they cool.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

70

Protein

1 g

Carbohydrates

10 g

Fat

3 g

Fiber

0.5 g