- Mix the besan, soda, ajwain, haldi, 1 tbsp oil and salt together. Add water and knead into a soft dough. Take a portion of the dough and place it on a greased surface. With base of your palm, drag the dough in a straight line, holding the dough at the starting point with the other hand. This will form a strip. Fry these strips over medium heat till crisp.