Low Sodium Thattai

Delight in the crispy goodness of Low Sodium Thattai, a healthier twist on the traditional Indian snack! Perfectly spiced with red chili powder and a hint of asafoetida, this recipe uses rice flour, roasted gram flour, and chickpea flour to create irresistibly crunchy bites. A touch of unsalted butter ensures a satisfying texture, while white sesame seeds and optional curry leaves add nutty and herbaceous notes. This beloved South Indian delicacy is fried to golden perfection, offering a guilt-free indulgence for those watching their salt intake. Enjoy it as a tea-time snack, festive treat, or anytime crunchy craving — all while keeping it light on sodium.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rice flour
• 2 tablespoons Split roasted gram flour (Pottukadalai Maavu)
• 1 tablespoon Chickpea flour (Besan)
• 1 teaspoon White sesame seeds
• 1.5 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 pinch Asafoetida (Hing)
• 1 tablespoon Curry leaves (optional, finely chopped)
• 0.3 cup Water
• 2 cups Oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add rice flour, roasted gram flour, chickpea flour, white sesame seeds, red chili powder, asafoetida, and unsalted butter.

Step 2

Mix everything well until the mixture is crumbly.

Step 3

Gradually add water, a little at a time, and knead into a smooth, semi-firm dough. The dough should not be too dry or sticky.

Step 4

Divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls, about the size of a marble.

Step 5

Place a ball of dough between two sheets of parchment paper or banana leaf. Gently flatten it with your fingers or the back of a small flat cup to form a thin, round disc (around 2-3 inches in diameter).

Step 6

Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls and keep the discs covered with a clean kitchen towel to prevent drying.

Step 7

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To test if the oil is ready, drop a small piece of dough into the oil. If it rises to the surface immediately, the oil is hot enough.

Step 8

Carefully slide 2-3 thattai discs into the hot oil, ensuring they do not overlap.

Step 9

Fry each batch over medium heat, flipping as needed, until golden brown and crisp (about 2-3 minutes per batch).

Step 10

Remove the fried thattai using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 11

Let the thattai cool completely before storing in an airtight container. Serve as a tea-time snack or festive treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(756.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4900.0

Total Fat 496.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 46.5mg	0%
Sodium 22.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 2.7g
Protein 18.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 73.3mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 370.4mg	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: 87.5%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 11.1%