Mathri (Atta) | मठरी (आटा) is a classic Bihari homemade item prepared with love and traditional techniques. Each batch is made using quality ingredients to retain authentic taste and nostalgic memories. Perfect for festive treats or daily snacking.
Atta Mathri is a hearty, tea-time favorite across North India and Bihar—made from whole wheat flour (atta) and aromatic spices. Crisp, flaky, and seasoned with ajwain, cumin, and sometimes fenugreek, these savory crackers are perfect with chai, pickles, or just as a standalone snack.
Why You’ll Love It
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Wholesome & Nourishing: Made primarily from whole wheat flour for a healthier, earthy taste .
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Flaky Texture: Kneaded with oil/ghee then rested and rolled thin to achieve layers of crispness—each bite is delightfully flaky.
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Fragrant Spice Blend: Seasoned with ajwain, cumin, black pepper, fenugreek and optional kala namak or chili flakes for a perfect savory punch .
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Durable & Travel-Friendly: Ideal for gifting, travel, or keeping on hand—these crisp treats stay fresh for weeks .
Ingredients
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100% whole wheat flour (atta)
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Semolina (suji) — optional for extra crispiness
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Spices: ajwain, cumin seeds, black pepper, kala namak (optional), fenugreek leaves (optional)
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Oil or ghee (used in dough and frying)
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Water, salt
Allergen Info: Contains gluten; may contain dairy if ghee is used.
Usage & Storage Tips
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Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
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Keep in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and sunlight.
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Stay crispy for 2–4 weeks under proper storage conditions.
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Pro Tip: Heat for 10–15 seconds in an oven or microwave to refresh the crispness before serving.
How It’s Made
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Dough Preparation: Atta (with semolina) mixed with spices and oil/ghee, kneaded into a firm dough .
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Resting & Rolling: Dough rested for crisp texture, then rolled thin and optionally passed through oil/ghee layers for flakiness .
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Shaping: Cut into diamond or round shapes and pricked with a fork to prevent puffing during frying.
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Frying: Deep-fried on slow-medium flame to achieve even, golden crispness.
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Cooling & Packaging: Cooled thoroughly to lock in texture before filling jars.
Taste Notes
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Rustic, lightly nutty flavor from whole wheat
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Fragrant spices make it irresistibly savory
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Delightfully flaky, with satisfying crunch in every bite.
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