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A crisp, buttery Indian super biscuit made at home with ghee, powdered sugar and a hint of vanilla. The recipe mimics the classic market‑bought biscuit but uses healthier ingredients and a simple stovetop baking method.
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Everything you need to know about this recipe
Super Biscuit is a beloved Indian tea-time snack, originally popularized by street vendors and later mass‑produced by brands. Its crisp, buttery texture pairs perfectly with chai, making it a staple in households across the subcontinent.
While the classic version is plain yellow, some regions add a hint of cardamom or replace the yellow color with a natural turmeric tint. In South India, a slightly sweeter version is common, whereas in the North, a firmer texture is preferred.
Super Biscuit is typically served warm or at room temperature alongside hot chai or milk tea. It is often placed on a small plate with a cup of tea during morning or evening snack breaks.
Super Biscuit is a go‑to snack for everyday tea breaks, but it also appears during informal gatherings, festivals like Diwali, and as a quick treat for guests arriving for a cup of tea.
Its distinctive crisp‑yet‑tender bite, buttery flavor from ghee, and bright yellow hue set it apart from other Indian biscuits. The balance of sweetness and slight saltiness makes it ideal for pairing with spiced tea.
Common errors include over‑mixing the flour, which makes the biscuits hard, and using too high a flame, which burns the edges. Also, adding too much food coloring can give an artificial taste.
Ghee provides a richer, nutty flavor and a higher smoke point, which helps achieve the authentic market‑like taste and crisp texture without burning during stovetop baking.
Yes, you can bake the biscuits a day ahead. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a zip‑lock bag and reheat before serving.
The biscuits should be golden‑yellow, with a lightly crisp edge and a tender interior. They should hold their shape without cracking and have faint, evenly spaced lines if you use the shashik‑stick technique.
After 10‑12 minutes on medium‑to‑low flame, the biscuits turn a uniform golden hue and emit a faint toasted aroma. A gentle tap should sound hollow, indicating they are fully baked but not over‑dry.
The YouTube channel Unknown focuses on simple, home‑cooked Indian recipes that emphasize healthy twists on classic comfort foods, often using minimal equipment and stovetop techniques.
Channel Unknown prioritizes quick, stovetop methods and health‑conscious ingredient swaps (like using ghee and reduced sugar) while still preserving authentic flavors, unlike many channels that rely on oven baking or commercial shortcuts.
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