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Nani Khatai
Traditional South Asian Shortbread
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About Us
We are a small business based in Menlo Park, California.Our Nani (grandmother) makes each khatai from scratch in small batches, using recipes passed down by her mother (our great grandmother).We help with the packaging... and the taste testing of course.
Ingredients:We use high quality ingredients from a variety of local stores and commercial suppliers.Our nan khatais are made with Flour, Sugar, Ghee, Almonds, Cardamom, and Dry milk powder (top glaze). Our khatais do not have eggs, or any other ingredients.
Origins of the nan khatai:Nan Khatai is a type of cookie that originated in the Indian subcontinent. Its name is derived from the Persian word "naan" which means bread and "khatai" which means biscuit.It is believed that nan khatais originated in the Indian subcontinent during the Mughal era. Sometime in the 16th century, a Dutch couple had set up a bakery making biscuits and bread catering to local Dutch residents. The Dutch and Indians were important spice traders.Over time, as the Dutch started leaving India, they handled it over to a Parsi entrepreneur, Faramji Pestonji Dotivala. The local Indians did not much like the flavor of the Dutch breads. In order to save the bakery, Mr. Dotivala started selling the old, dry bread and biscuits at cheap prices. This became popular and saved the bakery! Being the entrepreneur and experimenter that he was, Mr. Dotivala started drying the bread and creating different versions, including the now famous nan khatai.Over time, nan khatais became a popular treat throughout the region. Today, nan khatais are enjoyed not just in the Indian subcontinent, but also in other parts of the world. Its popularity has led to the creation of many variations of the cookie, including pistachio nan khatai, and rosewater nan khatai.In summary, nan khatai is a beloved treat with a rich history that has evolved over time. It is a testament to it’s simple yet sophisticated taste and texture, and the region's love of sweets and the creativity of its people.
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We ship our khatais in an elegant pink box, which protects them during shipping. We can do a variety of packaging for our custom orders.See the pictures below and please contact us for more information.
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Please note that we have currently paused our operations. Please reach out to us if you have large or custom orders and we will see if we can do it for you.