Soy-Free Thattai

Crispy, flavorful, and wonderfully spiced, Soy-Free Thattai is a delightful South Indian snack perfect for festive occasions or everyday munching. Made from a blend of rice flour and roasted gram flour, this soy-free version of the traditional thattai is infused with bold flavors of chili powder, crushed black pepper, and a hint of asafoetida. The addition of white sesame seeds adds a subtle nuttiness, while softened butter ensures a perfectly crumbly and crispy texture. Each thattai is hand-pressed into thin, delicate circles and deep-fried to golden perfection. Serve these crunchy treats as a tea-time snack or pack them up for a travel-friendly bite. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this soy-free recipe guarantees a snack loved by all!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 25

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice flour
• 2 tablespoons Roasted gram flour (pottukadalai maavu)
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper (crushed)
• 1 teaspoon White sesame seeds
• 0.25 teaspoons Asafoetida (hing powder)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.5 cups Water
• 2 cups Oil (for deep frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, roasted gram flour, chili powder, crushed black pepper, sesame seeds, asafoetida, and salt.

Step 2

Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix it in thoroughly using your fingers until the mixture has a breadcrumb-like texture.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Divide the dough into 25 small balls of equal size.

Step 5

Use parchment paper or a clean plastic sheet. Place one dough ball on it and press it into a thin, flat circle using your fingers or the back of a flat-bottomed bowl. Ensure it's even and not too thick.

Step 6

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat for frying. To check if the oil is ready, drop a small piece of dough into the oil. It should sizzle and rise to the surface immediately.

Step 7

Carefully transfer one flattened dough circle into the hot oil. Fry 2-3 thattais at a time, depending on the size of your pan, ensuring not to overcrowd.

Step 8

Fry the thattais on medium heat, flipping occasionally to ensure even cooking, until they are golden brown and crisp.

Step 9

Remove from the oil using a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining dough.

Step 10

Once completely cooled, store the thattais in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(965.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5623.4

Total Fat 502.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 2423.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 263.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 29.0g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 80.7mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 360.5mg	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: 79.4%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 18.5%