How to Make Karnataka Style Chakli – Crispy Murukku

 How to Make Karnataka Style Chakli – Crispy Murukku

Chakli is a popular South Indian snack known for its crispy texture and delicious savory flavor. This Karnataka-style chakli is easy to make at home and is perfect for evening tea, festivals, or storing as a homemade snack.

Ingredients

- 2 cups rice flour

- ½ cup gram flour (besan)

- 2 tablespoons roasted gram powder

- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds

- ½ teaspoon red chili powder

- ½ teaspoon asafoetida

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 2 tablespoons melted butter

- Water as needed

- Oil for deep frying

How to Make Chakli

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

Take rice flour and gram flour in a large mixing bowl.

Add roasted gram powder, sesame seeds, cumin seeds, red chili powder, asafoetida and salt. Mix everything well.

Add melted butter and rub it into the flour mixture. This helps make the chakli crispy.

Step 2: Make the Dough

Gradually add water and knead everything into a soft, smooth dough.

The dough should not be too hard or too sticky. Cover it and let it rest for about 10 minutes.

Step 3: Shape the Chakli

Grease a chakli press with a little oil and use the star-shaped plate.

Fill the press with the prepared dough.

Press the dough into spiral shapes on a greased plate or parchment paper. Make small or medium-sized chaklis depending on your preference.

Step 4: Heat the Oil

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.

To check whether the oil is ready, drop a small piece of dough into it. If it rises slowly to the surface, the oil is ready.

Step 5: Fry the Chakli

Gently slide the chakli into the hot oil.

Do not overcrowd the pan. Fry a few chaklis at a time over medium heat.

Turn them occasionally and fry until they become crisp and lightly golden.

Remove them and place them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

Step 6: Cool and Store

Allow the chaklis to cool completely before storing them.

Once cooled, transfer them to an airtight container. They can be enjoyed as a crunchy snack with tea or coffee.

Serving Suggestions

Chakli tastes great with:

- Hot tea

- Filter coffee

- Coconut chutney

- Green chutney

- Homemade pickle

Tips for Crispy Chakli

- Keep the dough soft but not sticky.

- Too much butter can make the chakli break while frying.

- Fry on medium heat for an even, crispy texture.

- Avoid overcrowding the pan.

- Always cool the chakli completely before storing.

- Store in an airtight container to maintain its crunch.

Homemade Karnataka-style chakli is a delicious snack that is simple to prepare and perfect for sharing with family and friends.