VegetarianSnacksSouth India
Kai Murukku
Kai Murukku is a vegetarian snack from South India. It is made with rice flour, urad dal flour, butter and sesame seeds. This recipe serves 6 and takes about 55 min. One serving has about 210 kcal, 5 g protein, 30 g carbs and 8 g fat.
Did you know? Kai means hand in Tamil - these murukkus are shaped by hand without molds. Considered an art form passed through generations. The urad dal flour adds protein and crispness. Traditional preparation involves roasting rice before grinding for enhanced flavor. During festivals, women gather to make these in large quantities. The intricate hand-shaped designs range from simple twists to complex floral patterns.
Updated · nutrition is an estimate per serving
- Diet
- Vegetarian
- Course
- Snacks
- Cuisine
- South India
- Calories
- 210 kcal
- Protein
- 5 g
- Style
- Indulgent
- Serves
- 6
- Prep
- 30 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Level
- Medium
Ingredients (serves 6)
- 2 cups rice flour
- ¼ cup urad dal flour
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- ¼ pinch asafoetida (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup water
- 500 ml oil
Contains: dairy, gluten and sesame. Most hing sold in India has wheat flour; use a gluten-free hing if needed.
