Sugar-Free Chakri

Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of **Sugar-Free Chakri**, a savory, crunchy treat perfect for your snack-time cravings! This classic Indian spiral snack is made without sugar and crafted from a wholesome blend of **rice flour** and **gram flour (besan)**, with aromatic hints of **cumin seeds**, **asafoetida**, and a touch of **chili powder** for a gently spiced kick. The addition of **sesame seeds** imparts a nutty aroma and delightful texture, while **unsalted butter** ensures the dough is soft and pliable for easy handling. Deep-fried to golden perfection, these crispy spirals retain their lightness with just the right balance of spice and crunch. Ideal for festive occasions or as an anytime munch, this sugar-free version caters to health-conscious snackers while delivering authentic flavors. Serve them as they are, or pair with chai for a cozy, satisfying treat! Learn how to perfect this traditional recipe with simple steps and pantry-friendly ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice flour
• 0.5 cup Gram flour (Besan)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons Sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1.5 cups Water
• 3 cups Oil (for deep frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, gram flour, sesame seeds, cumin seeds, chili powder, asafoetida, and salt.

Step 2

Melt the butter and add it to the flour mixture. Mix well until the ingredients resemble coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the mixture, little by little, kneading well to form a soft and smooth dough. The dough should be pliable but not sticky.

Step 4

Fit a chakri press with a star-shaped mold and fill it with the prepared dough.

Step 5

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until appropriately hot. Test the oil by dropping a small piece of dough; it should rise to the surface quickly without burning.

Step 6

Directly press the chakri into the hot oil in a circular motion to form spirals of about 3 to 4 inches in diameter.

Step 7

Fry the chakri on medium heat until they turn golden brown, flipping once midway to ensure even cooking on both sides.

Step 8

Remove the chakri from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the remaining dough.

Step 10

Allow the chakri to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1497.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7926.3

Total Fat 744.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 3648.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 292.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.3g
Protein 40.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 115.5mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 805.1mg	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: 83.4%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 14.5%