Butter Murukku / Butter Chakli

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Gayatri (@rene121)

Butter murukku is a crunchy, savory snack with a buttery taste that melts in the mouth. It's one of the most popular snacks made during the Diwali festival and pairs well with coffee or tea.

Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
35min
Butter Murukku / Butter Chakli recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = approximately 5 pieces)
  • 1cup
    fine rice flour
  • 1/2cup
    besan flour
  • 2tsp
    sesame seed
  • 1tsp
    cumin seed
  • 1 1/2tbsp
    butter
  • salt to taste
  • oil for frying

How to make Butter Murukku / Butter Chakli

  1. In a bowl, add rice flour, besan flour, sesame seeds, cumin seeds, and salt. Mix well to combine.

  2. Add butter to the mixture. Mix well, ensuring the flour is moist and crumbly.

  3. Gradually add water and knead the dough until it becomes smooth and non-sticky.

    Step 1.1: Gradually add water and knead the dough until it becomes smooth and non-sticky
  4. Attach a star mold to the murukku maker and grease it with oil to prevent sticking.

    Step 1.1: Attach a star mold to the murukku maker and grease it with oil to prevent sticking
  5. Shape the dough into a cylinder and place it inside the murukku maker. Tighten the lid.

    Step 1.1: Shape the dough into a cylinder and place it inside the murukku maker
  6. Press the dough onto a clean cotton cloth in a circular motion or directly into hot oil, as preferred.

    Step 1.1: Press the dough onto a clean cotton cloth in a circular motion or directly into hot oil, as preferred
  7. Fry the murukku in medium-hot oil until crispy on both sides.

  8. Serve the tasty butter murukku.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

161.9kcal (8.09%)

Protein

3.4g (6.82%)

Carbs

18.7g (6.81%)

Sugars

0.2g (0.48%)

Healthy Fat

3.6g

Unhealthy Fat

5.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the dough is smooth and non-sticky for easy pressing.

  2. Grease the murukku maker to prevent dough from sticking.

  3. Fry on medium flame to ensure even cooking and crispiness.

FAQS

  1. Can I use any other flour instead of rice flour?

    Rice flour is essential for the traditional texture of murukku, but you can experiment with other flours for different textures.

  2. What is the best oil for frying murukku?

    Use any neutral oil with a high smoke point, such as sunflower or canola oil.

  3. How do I store leftover murukku?

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispiness.

  4. Can I make murukku without a murukku maker?

    While a murukku maker is traditional, you can use a piping bag with a star nozzle as an alternative.

  5. Is butter murukku suitable for vegans?

    Butter murukku contains butter, but you can substitute with vegan butter for a vegan version.

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Gayatri

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