Low Carb Murukku
Satisfy your crunchy snack cravings guilt-free with this Low Carb Murukku recipe, a modern twist on the traditional South Indian favorite! Made with almond flour, coconut flour, and psyllium husk, this gluten-free and keto-friendly version delivers the same addictive crispy texture with a fraction of the carbs. Flavored with aromatic cumin seeds and a hint of spicy red chili powder, each bite is perfectly seasoned and irresistibly crunchy. The addition of ghee ensures a rich, buttery flavor, while the simple frying process results in golden, airy spirals of joy. Whether you're following a low-carb lifestyle or just looking for a wholesome snack, this quick and easy murukku recipe—ready in 35 minutes—will be your go-to for festive celebrations or everyday munching.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Coconut flour
- 2 tablespoons Psyllium husk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Ghee
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 cups Oil for frying
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk, salt, cumin seeds, and red chili powder. Mix well to blend all the dry ingredients.
In a small pan, heat ghee until melted and add it to the dry ingredients.
Gradually add water while mixing the dough until it comes together. The dough should be firm but pliable. If it feels too dry, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time.
Preheat oil in a deep frying pan on medium heat.
While the oil is heating, prepare a murukku mold or a pastry bag fitted with a star nozzle. Fill the mold or bag with the dough.
Once the oil is hot (around 350°F), carefully pipe the dough into circular shapes in the oil, maintaining enough space between each piece.
Fry the murukku until they are golden brown, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking. This should take about 3-4 minutes per batch.
Remove the murukku with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
Repeat with the remaining dough. Once cooled, store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 554.7 g | 711% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.3 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1227 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.1 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.0 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 349 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
