Khandvi
खांडवी · ఖాండ్వీ
Delicate Gujarati rolls of gram flour and yogurt, steamed and tempered with mustard seeds. Low-GI besan and yogurt make this a light, blood-sugar-friendly snack.
Nutrition per Serving
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
It is steamed, not fried, so the main thing to watch is the tempering oil; a great low-GI alternative to fried farsan.
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