Homemade ragi murukku

Murukku snack

Organic kezhvaragu murukku

Made with only cold pressed ground nut oil

Ragi Murukku, also known as Murukku Snack or Kezhvaragu Murukku, is a popular savory snack in South India made from ragi (finger millet) flour. It’s a crunchy, spicy treat often enjoyed during festivals or as an accompaniment to tea. The ragi flour gives it a unique flavor and adds a nutritious twist compared to traditional murukku made with rice flour.

Here’s a basic recipe for making Ragi Murukku:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ragi flour (finger millet flour)
• 1 cup rice flour
• 1/4 cup urad dal flour (optional)
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds
• 1-2 tablespoons chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon ajwain (carom seeds)
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons softened butter or ghee
• Water as needed
• Oil for deep frying

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the ragi flour, rice flour, and urad dal flour (if using).
• Add the sesame seeds, chili powder, ajwain, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, and salt. Mix well.
• Add the softened butter or ghee and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
• Gradually add water little by little and knead to form a soft, smooth dough.

Shape the Murukku:

• Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over medium heat.
• Use a murukku maker or a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle. Fill it with the dough.
• Press the dough out into the hot oil in circular patterns or in a spiral shape. (You can also form shapes on a piece of parchment paper and then gently slide them into the oil.)

Fry the Murukku:

• Fry the murukku in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until they are golden brown and crispy, which should take about 2-3 minutes per batch.
• Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Cool and Store:

• Allow the murukku to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
• They can be stored for several weeks.

Enjoy your homemade Ragi Murukku as a tasty and healthy snack!