Low Fat Ring Murukku
Indulge in the crispy goodness of Low Fat Ring Murukku, a healthier take on the classic South Indian snack! Crafted with a delightful blend of rice flour and urad dal flour, these golden rings get their irresistible crunch from sesame and cumin seeds, while a hint of hing (asafoetida) adds a subtle depth of flavor. Unlike traditional deep-fried murukku, this recipe utilizes an air fryer, significantly cutting down on oil without compromising on taste or texture. Perfectly spiced and effortlessly easy to prepare, these guilt-free murukku rings are ideal as a teatime companion or a festival treat. Ready in under 35 minutes, they store beautifully for days, making them a wholesome, low-fat snack you'll love to savor and share!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Rice flour
- 0.5 cup Urad dal flour
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 0.25 teaspoon Hing (asafoetida)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.25 cups Water
- 1 as needed Cooking oil spray
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice flour, urad dal flour, sesame seeds, cumin seeds, hing, and salt.
Step 2
Melt the butter in a small pan and add it to the flour mixture. Mix well to incorporate.
Step 3
Gradually add water to the flour mixture and knead it into a smooth, soft dough. The dough should be pliable but not sticky.
Step 4
Divide the dough into small lemon-sized balls.
Step 5
On a clean, flat surface, roll each ball into a thin cylindrical shape, about 4-5 inches long.
Step 6
Join the ends to form a ring and gently press to ensure they are sealed.
Step 7
Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for about 5 minutes.
Step 8
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray.
Step 9
Place the murukku rings in a single layer without overcrowding the basket. Use additional trays if available.
Step 10
Air fry for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through until they are golden brown and crispy.
Step 11
Allow the murukku to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Step 12
Enjoy these low-fat murukku rings as a guilt-free snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (723.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1579.4 |
| Total Fat 21.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g | |
| Cholesterol 32.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2481.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 298.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.2g | |
| Protein 46.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 185.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1027.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories