II Croutons / Sippets (Tale Gutke) II

Crotons, sippets, tale gtke

Croutons, also known as sippets or gutke, add decorative touch when served with soups. They can be made and stored in advance.

Ingredients:

  • 2 thick slices of bread
  • Ghee / oil for deep-frying

Preparation:

  • Remove the crusts from the bread and cut into small cubes.
  • Heat the ghee / oil in a kadhai or deep-frying pan to almost smoking point.
  • Fry the bread cubes for about 2 minutes until golden all over.
  • When cooked, remove and drain on absorbent kitchen paper.
  • Cool and store in an airtight container.
  • Use when required, do not leave them in the open for long.