Snack · Pairing

Khurma with salty sev or bhujiya

A sweet, crisp piece of khurma eaten against salty sev or bhujiya—a simple contrast that makes an everyday snack plate.

MomentTea time and food kept ready for visitors
RegionAcross parts of Bihar
KindPairing
TableVegetarian

Khurma brings a floury crunch and a coating of crystallised sweetness. Salty sev—also called sevai in some homes—or bhujiya answers it with salt and spice. The pleasure lies in moving between the two rather than blending them into one preparation.

The savoury accompaniment changes with what a household buys or makes. Both khurma with sevai and khurma with bhujiya belong to this snack family.