Bestu Varas 2026: Serve This Crunchy

Sev Mumbra

At Your New Year Gathering

Bestu Varas 2026 is a chance to celebrate the Gujarati New Year with traditional cuisine and festive meals and snacks meant to be shared. Sev Mumbra or Sev Mamra is a crunchy, savoury snack that can add a little texture to the festive spread. It is a nice accompaniment to tea or a tasty snack to serve visitors during New Year celebrations. A good Sev Mumbra is judged by its crispiness and the right balance of flavours. Light, airy puffed rice provides the base, while sev adds a crisp, savoury bite. Peanuts bring a nutty flavour, and a tempering of mustard seeds, cumin, curry leaves and asafoetida gives the mixture its distinctive aroma. The ingredients are readily available, and the seasoning can be adjusted to suit your preferences. Planning a snack platter for Bestu Varas 2026? Serve Sev Mumbra with chutneys and other savoury snacks alongside a nice cup of tea. For the best texture, keep the puffed rice crisp and mix in the sev towards the end.