Rice Murukku

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly crunchy, Rice Murukku is a classic South Indian snack that combines tradition with flavor. Made with a blend of rice flour and urad dal flour, this deep-fried delicacy gets its signature taste from cumin seeds, a hint of asafoetida, and the richness of butter. Perfectly shaped using a murukku press, each spiral of this savory treat is fried to perfection, offering an addictively crisp texture. Ideal for festive occasions, tea-time munching, or as a midday snack, Rice Murukku is both easy to make and a joy to savor. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this wholesome, gluten-free snack can be stored in an airtight container to enjoy its fresh crunch for days! Keywords: Rice Murukku recipe, crispy murukku, South Indian snacks, gluten-free murukku, festive snack ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice flour
• 0.25 cups Urad dal flour (black gram flour)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoons Asafoetida (hing)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cups Water
• 3 cups Oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice flour, urad dal flour, butter, cumin seeds, asafoetida, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add water to the dry ingredients while mixing to form a soft, pliable dough. The dough should not be too sticky or too dry.

Step 3

Attach a star-shaped disc to a murukku press or piping tool. Grease the inside of the press lightly with oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Fill the murukku press with a portion of the dough.

Step 5

Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To test if the oil is hot enough, drop a small piece of dough into the oil. If it sizzles and rises to the surface, the oil is ready.

Step 6

Squeeze the dough from the murukku press in a circular pattern directly into the hot oil or onto parchment paper first (to transfer later). Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 7

Cook the murukku until it turns golden brown and crispy, flipping gently to ensure even frying. This usually takes 2-3 minutes per batch.

Step 8

Remove the murukku using a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the remaining dough, ensuring the oil temperature remains consistent.

Step 10

Once cooled completely, store the murukku in an airtight container to maintain its crispiness. Serve and enjoy as a snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1235.6 grams (1235.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7415

Total Fat 699.40g	897%
Saturated Fat 57.40g	287%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 2530mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 270.90g	99%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 0.20g
Protein 33.10g	66%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 115mg	9%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 552mg	12%

*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: 83.8%

Protein: 1.8%

Carbs: 14.4%