Savory Rice Flour Snack (crispy Murukku)

Savory Rice Flour Snack (Crispy Murukku) is a popular South Indian snack that is crispy, crunchy, and full of flavor. It is perfect for serving with tea or as a munchy snack.

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Savory Rice Flour Snack (crispy Murukku)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rice flour
  • 1/2 cup urad dal flour
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, urad dal flour, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, asafoetida, butter, and salt.
  2. Add water little by little and knead the mixture into a smooth dough.
  3. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  4. Fill the murukku press with the dough and press it in a circular motion directly into the hot oil.
  5. Fry the murukku until it turns golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  7. Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
  8. Let the murukku cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
2g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Murukku press Deep frying pan Paper towels

Tools

Stove Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the crispy murukku with a hot cup of masala chai or filter coffee.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red chili powder to the dough for a spicy kick.

Cost

$5