Sugar-Free Omapodi

Indulge in the crispy, aromatic goodness of Sugar-Free Omapodi, a healthier twist on the traditional South Indian snack. Made with a blend of besan (gram flour) and rice flour, this golden treat is infused with aromatic spices like ajwain (carom seeds), asafoetida, and a hint of turmeric. Butter adds a touch of richness, while red chili powder lends a subtle heat, making it flavorful yet perfectly balanced. The dough is pressed through a sev maker and fried to perfection, resulting in crunchy strands that are irresistibly light and delicate. Ideal as a gluten-free, sugar-free snack for teatime or festive occasions, this homemade omapodi is easily prepared in under 30 minutes. Enjoy it fresh or store it in an airtight container to savor throughout the week. Perfect for guilt-free munching!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Besan (gram flour)
• 1 tablespoon Rice flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Ajwain (carom seeds)
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 cups Oil

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the besan (gram flour), rice flour, ajwain, asafoetida, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.

Step 2

Add the butter to the dry ingredients and mix well until the mixture becomes crumbly.

Step 3

Gradually add the water to the flour mixture, kneading to form a soft, smooth dough. The dough should not be sticky, but just smooth enough to squeeze through the sev mold.

Step 4

Heat the oil in a deep pan on medium heat. To check the oil temperature, drop a small piece of dough into the oil; if it rises to the surface quickly with bubbles, the oil is ready.

Step 5

Fill a sev maker with the dough using the fine hole plate. Press into the hot oil in a circular motion to form thin layers. Do not overcrowd the pan.

Step 6

Fry the omapodi until it turns golden and crispy, around 2-3 minutes. Flip once halfway through to optimize even cooking.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.

Step 8

Allow the omapodi to cool completely before breaking it into pieces and storing in an airtight container for a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(723.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4595.7

Total Fat 468.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 32.9mg	0%
Sodium 1338.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 29.4g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 82.3mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1130.8mg	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: 90.3%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 7.2%