Butter Chakli Recipe | Butter Murukku | Indian Snack
A crispy and savory Indian snack made with rice flour and spices, perfect for enjoying with tea or sweets. Butter chakli, also known as butter murukku, is a popular Indian snack made from rice flour, butter, and spices. This crispy and savory treat is perfect for festive occasions like Diwali...
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3cupsrice flour
- 3/4cupurad dal
- 1tbspgram flour
- 1tbspsesame seeds
- 1/4tspcarom seeds
- 1pinchhing
Wet Ingredients
- 3cupswater
- 1tspsalt
- 3tbspbutter
How to make Butter Chakli Recipe | Butter Murukku | Indian Snack
Prepare the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, urad dal, gram flour, sesame seeds, carom seeds, and hing. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
In a pan, bring water to a boil. Add salt and butter, allowing the butter to melt completely. Boil for 5 minutes on medium flame.
Pour the hot water mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring continuously with a spatula. Gradually add more water if needed to form a dough.
Shape and Fry the Chakli
Fit the chakli press with a star-shaped disc. Take a portion of the dough, fill the press, and attach the top.
Heat oil on high flame in a kadai for deep frying.
On a ziplock cover, gently press and make spiral shapes. Once you have created 5 spirals, drop them into the oil slowly.
Fry by flipping occasionally until they turn golden brown. Repeat the steps for all the dough.
Storage
Store the butter chakli in an airtight container for up to 10 days.
Tips & Tricks
If you run out of time, you can press random shapes directly into the oil.
This dough won't splutter, so don't worry.
Enjoy butter chakli with tea or any favorite sweet.
FAQS
How do I make butter chakli crispy and avoid sogginess?
To ensure your butter chakli is crispy, make sure to fry them in hot oil and avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry them until they are golden brown and allow them to cool on a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Proper storage in an airtight container will also help maintain their crunch.
Can I make butter chakli gluten-free?
Yes, you can make a gluten-free version of butter chakli by using gluten-free rice flour and ensuring that all other ingredients, like urad dal and gram flour, are also gluten-free. This way, you can enjoy this delicious snack without gluten.
What are some good dipping sauces or pairings for butter chakli?
Butter chakli pairs wonderfully with a variety of dips. You can serve them with spicy green chutney, tangy tamarind chutney, or even yogurt for a cooling effect. They also make a great accompaniment to tea or coffee.
How should I store leftover butter chakli to keep them fresh?
To keep your leftover butter chakli fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last up to 10 days this way. Avoid refrigerating them, as that can make them lose their crispiness.
What can I substitute for urad dal in the butter chakli recipe?
If you don't have urad dal, you can substitute it with an equal amount of moong dal or even use more gram flour. However, keep in mind that this may slightly alter the flavor and texture of the butter chakli.
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