Soy-Free Kara Sev

Discover the irresistible crunch of Soy-Free Kara Sev, a perfectly spiced South Indian snack that's quick to make and entirely soy-free! Crafted from a simple blend of gram flour, rice flour, and aromatic spices like asafoetida, turmeric, and black pepper, this recipe creates a boldly flavored treat that's crispy, golden, and deliciously addictive. The hot oil seasoning enhances the texture of the dough, while optional curry leaves add an aromatic twist. Using a sev maker, these strands of savory goodness are fried to perfection, making them ideal for festive occasions, tea-time munching, or guilt-free snacking. Ready in under an hour and suitable for storing, this homemade Kara Sev is a delightful alternative to store-bought snacks, offering tradition and taste in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Gram flour (besan)
• 50 grams Rice flour
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons Oil (for dough and frying)
• 100 milliliters Water
• 10 leaves Curry leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine gram flour, rice flour, red chili powder, black pepper powder, turmeric powder, asafoetida, and salt.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil until hot, then pour over the flour mixture. Mix well until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add water, a little at a time, and knead to form a smooth and soft dough. You might not need all the water, so add slowly.

Step 4

Divide the dough into smaller portions for easy handling.

Step 5

Heat oil in a deep frying pan on medium heat. Test the temperature by dropping a small piece of dough into the oil; it should rise to the surface quickly.

Step 6

Use a sev maker with a medium-sized hole plate. Fill one portion of the dough into the sev maker.

Step 7

Directly press the dough into the hot oil in a circular motion, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Fry the Kara Sev over medium heat, turning occasionally until golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining dough portions. Optionally, add curry leaves to the oil in the last few seconds of frying for added flavor.

Step 11

Let it cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(410.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1338.4

Total Fat 55.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2494.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.2g
Protein 48.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 157.0mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1822.5mg	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: 37.2%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 48.2%