Low Sodium Chakli
Indulge in the crisp and flavorful goodness of Low Sodium Chakli, a healthier twist on the classic Indian snack that’s perfect for guilt-free munching. Made with rice flour and besan (gram flour), this recipe balances a delightful crunch with bold flavors from sesame seeds, cumin, turmeric, and a hint of red chili powder. By using low-sodium baking soda and olive oil, this version is heart-friendly while still delivering the authentic, intricate spirals of traditional chaklis. The process involves kneading a soft dough, shaping it with a chakli maker, and frying it to golden perfection. Whether you’re preparing treats for festive celebrations or seeking a savory tea-time snack, these crispy, low-sodium chaklis are sure to delight!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Rice flour
- 1 cup Besan (Gram flour)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Hing (Asafoetida)
- 0.5 teaspoon Low-sodium baking soda
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Water
- 0 as needed Oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, besan, sesame seeds, cumin seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, hing, and low-sodium baking soda.
Step 2
Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a small pan until warm. Pour this warm oil into the flour mixture and mix well until it resembles a crumbly texture.
Step 3
Gradually add water to the mixture while forming a soft but firm dough. Do not add all the water at once; use just enough to knead a pliable dough.
Step 4
Fill a chakli maker or a piping bag fitted with a star nozzle with a portion of the dough.
Step 5
On a butter paper or a flat surface, form circular spirals of dough by pressing the dough through the chakli maker in a round shape.
Step 6
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Step 7
Once the oil is hot, gently slide in the chakli spirals. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Step 8
Fry chaklis until they turn golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
Step 9
Remove the fried chaklis using a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels.
Step 10
Allow chaklis to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (763.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2257.4 |
| Total Fat 78.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 104.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 330.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.9g | |
| Protein 57.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 147.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1458.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories