Instant Crunchy ChakliVeg
Discover the perfect healthier twist on a festive classic with this Baked Chakli recipe. These crunchy, spiral-shaped snacks are made from a wholesome blend of rice and wheat flour, seasoned with aromatic spices like carom seeds, sesame, and asafoetida. By opting for a baked version, you get all the authentic, savory satisfaction of the traditional deep-fried treat with significantly less oil. Perfect for Diwali, tea time, or guilt-free snacking anytime.
Ingredients
3 cup Rice Flour
1 cup Wheat Flour
to taste Salt
1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
1 tsp Black Pepper Powder
1 tsp Asafoetida
1 tsp Carom Seeds (Ajwain)
1 tsp Ginger-Green Chilli Paste
1 tsp Turmeric Powder
2 tsp Sesame Seeds
4 tbsp Oil
2 tbsp Yoghurt
as needed Water
Instructions
Step 1— Prepare the Dough
1
In a mixing bowl, sift together the rice flour and wheat flour.
2
Add the salt, red chili powder, black pepper powder, asafetida, carom seeds, ginger-green chili paste, turmeric powder, and sesame seeds. Mix well.
3
Pour in hot/warm oil and combine with your hands until the oil is incorporated into the flour mixture.
4
Add the yogurt, then gradually add water little by little to knead a semi-stiff dough. Avoid over-kneading.
5
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 2— Shape the Chakli
1
While the dough rests, preheat your oven to 170°C for 8 to 10 minutes.
2
Grease the dough and shape it into a log to fit inside the Chakli press machine (fitted with a star-shaped plate).
3
Press the dough out in swirl/spiral motions onto an oiled surface or butter paper. You can also make straight lines and roll them into swirls by hand.
4
Using wet fingers, carefully seal the starting and ending edges of the swirls to prevent them from breaking during baking.
Step 3— Baking Process
1
Place the shaped Chakli in the preheated oven at 170°C for 15 minutes.
2
Remove from the oven, brush the tops with melted butter or oil, and bake for an additional 10 to 12 minutes.
3
If desired, flip the Chakli to the other side and bake for another 10 minutes until they reach a deep golden brown color.
4
Total baking time is approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
