Low Fat Chakri
Indulge in guilt-free snacking with this delightfully crunchy Low Fat Chakri recipe! Packed with wholesome ingredients like rice flour, split chickpea flour, and low-fat yogurt, this healthier twist on a traditional Indian treat is baked instead of fried, significantly reducing the calorie count while preserving its signature crisp texture. Flavored with aromatic cumin seeds, sesame seeds, and a subtle kick of red chili powder, these oven-baked spirals offer a balance of spice and savory goodness. Perfect for festive occasions or everyday munching, these chakris are easy to make and store, ensuring you always have a light and tasty snack on hand. Whether you’re embracing low-fat diets or simply savoring authentic Indian flavors, this recipe is your ticket to deliciousness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rice flour
- 0.5 cup Split chickpea flour (chana dal flour)
- 1 cup Low-fat yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Oil (for greasing)
- 1 unit Cooking spray or brush
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, split chickpea flour, sesame seeds, cumin seeds, red chili powder, asafoetida, and salt. Mix well.
Add the low-fat yogurt to the dry ingredients and begin mixing to form a dough. Add water gradually to achieve a smooth, yet firm dough. The dough should not be sticky.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease baking trays using a small amount of oil and set aside.
Fill the chakri maker with dough. Use a star-shaped nozzle for the traditional shape.
On the greased trays, carefully pipe spirals of dough, leaving space between each chakri to allow for expansion during baking.
Lightly spray the top of each chakri with cooking spray or use a brush to apply a very thin layer of oil.
Bake the chakris in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown, flipping them halfway through to ensure even cooking. Keep an eye on them as baking times may vary based on the oven.
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
Store the low-fat chakris in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.8 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 2603 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.6 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 56.3 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 592 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1483 mg | 32% | |
*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.
