Low Carb Gol Gappe

Indulge guilt-free with this innovative recipe for Low Carb Gol Gappe, a delicious twist on the classic Indian street snack that's perfect for those watching their carbs. Crafted with almond flour and psyllium husk, these crispy, golden shells are baked—not fried—for a healthier alternative that still delivers on crunch. The filling is a refreshing mix of chickpeas, cucumber, and mint, while the tangy tamarind water features bold flavors of roasted cumin, chaat masala, and chili powder. Ready in just 35 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free treat is perfect for entertaining or satisfying cravings without compromising on taste. Serve these vibrant bites with aromatic tamarind dip for an irresistible fusion of texture and flavor that will delight your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Psyllium husk
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Chickpeas
• 0.5 cup Cucumber, diced
• 0.25 cup Mint leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Tamarind paste
• 1 teaspoon Roasted cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Chaat masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Black salt
• 1.5 cups Cold water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a bowl, mix almond flour, psyllium husk, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add water and olive oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Step 4

Divide the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

Step 5

Flatten each ball slightly and place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 6

Bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until crisp and golden brown.

Step 7

While the gol gappe shells are baking, prepare the filling.

Step 8

In a separate bowl, mix chickpeas, diced cucumber, and chopped mint leaves.

Step 9

In a small bowl, prepare the tamarind water by mixing tamarind paste with cold water, cumin powder, chili powder, chaat masala, and black salt. Set aside.

Step 10

Once the gol gappe shells are ready, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.

Step 11

Gently crack open the top of each shell and stuff with the chickpea mixture.

Step 12

Serve the stuffed gol gappe with the spiced tamarind water on the side for dipping or pour it directly into each gol gappa before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1062.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1358.0

Total Fat 83.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2353.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 127.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.3g	0%
Total Sugars 37.2g
Protein 44.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 621.4mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 1596.6mg	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: 52.1%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 35.5%