🌀 Chakli Recipe (Crispy & Spicy Spiral Snack)
Chakli, also known as Murukku in South India, is a crispy spiral-shaped snack made from rice flour and spices. It is popular during Diwali and other Indian festivals.
🧾 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Rice flour (fine) | 2 cups |
| Gram flour (besan) | ½ cup |
| Butter (softened) | 2 tbsp |
| Sesame seeds (white/black) | 1 tsp |
| Cumin seeds (jeera) | 1 tsp |
| Red chili powder | 1 tsp |
| Turmeric powder | ¼ tsp |
| Asafoetida (hing) | ¼ tsp |
| Salt | To taste |
| Water | As needed |
| Oil | For deep frying |
🥣 Instructions with Images
1. Mix Dry Ingredients
Combine rice flour, besan, sesame seeds, cumin, red chili powder, turmeric, hing, and salt in a bowl.
2. Add Butter
Add softened butter and rub it in with your fingers until the mixture becomes crumbly.
3. Make Dough
Gradually add water and knead to a soft, smooth dough. It should be firm yet pliable.
4. Fill Chakli Maker
Grease the chakli/murukku maker. Place some dough in it. Use the star-shaped disc.
5. Shape the Chaklis
Press spirals on a parchment paper or the back of a greased plate. Seal the end with a little water.
6. Fry Until Golden
Heat oil on medium heat. Fry chaklis 3-4 at a time until golden and crispy.
7. Cool & Store
Drain excess oil on paper towels. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.
💡 Tips
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Use fine rice flour to get crispy chaklis.
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Do not overwork the dough—it should be soft but not sticky.
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Oil should be medium hot—too hot and the chakli burns, too cold and it becomes oily.
📦 Storage
Store in an airtight container for up to 2-3 weeks at room temperature. Keep away from moisture.
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