Gluten-Free Chakri

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly spiced, this Gluten-Free Chakri is a delightful twist on the traditional Indian snack, perfect for those avoiding gluten without compromising on flavor. Made with a wholesome blend of rice flour and chickpea flour, these crunchy spirals are infused with aromatic spices like cumin, carom seeds, and turmeric, ensuring every bite bursts with earthy warmth and subtle heat. The addition of butter or ghee gives these snacks a melt-in-your-mouth texture, while deep-frying locks in their signature crispiness. Whether you're preparing for festive celebrations or craving a flavorful tea-time treat, this gluten-free chakri recipe is easy to make and addictively delicious. Serve it fresh or store it in an airtight container for a ready-to-enjoy snack anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice flour
• 0.5 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
• 2 tablespoons Butter or ghee
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Carom seeds (ajwain)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 cups Oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour and chickpea flour. Mix well.

Step 2

Add cumin seeds, ground black pepper, turmeric powder, carom seeds, and salt to the flour mixture. Stir until all the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Melt the butter or ghee and add it to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a spatula until a crumbly texture is achieved.

Step 4

Gradually add water to the mixture while kneading into a soft and pliable dough. Adjust the water quantity slightly if needed to achieve the right consistency.

Step 5

Prepare a chakri maker/mold by greasing it lightly with oil. Fill the mold with the dough.

Step 6

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

Step 7

Pipe the dough into round spirals directly into the hot oil, ensuring they do not overlap.

Step 8

Fry the chakri on medium heat, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. This should take about 4-5 minutes.

Step 9

Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked chakri and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining dough.

Step 11

Allow the chakri to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1192.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5797.9

Total Fat 504.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 61.1mg	0%
Sodium 2418.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 291.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 39.9g	0%

Vitamin D 17.0IU	0%
Calcium 130.0mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 813.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.4%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 19.8%