Jaimin Ratlami Sev is a refreshing and satisfying Indian snack that goes well with tea. Jaimin Ratlami Sev is a fried, crispy snack made with gram flour, spices, and other ingredients. It’s a specialty from the city of Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh. Texture Ratlami Sev has a crunchy, crispy texture with a slightly rough surface. History The first recipe for Ratlami sev was created in the late 19th century. Mughal rulers on a tour of the region wanted sevaiyan (wheat vermicelli) but couldn’t buy wheat. They ordered the tribals to prepare sevaiyan from gram flour, which led to the first recipe for Ratlami sev.