Semolina Cute Snacks
Delight your taste buds with these Semolina Cute Snacks, a crispy and golden treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat. Crafted with a blend of fine semolina, all-purpose flour, and fragrant cumin seeds, these savory bites are elevated by the addition of cold butter for a flaky texture and yogurt for a subtle tang. Perfectly customizable, you can shape them into adorable forms using cookie cutters for a whimsical touch, making them a hit with kids and adults alike. Fried to perfection in a light, golden crust, these versatile snacks are ideal for tea-time, parties, or whenever you crave a crunchy, homemade delight. Serve with ketchup, chutney, or a yogurt dip for the ultimate snack experience that’s bursting with flavor. Easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, this recipe will quickly become your go-to for simple yet impressive appetizers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Semolina (fine)
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoons Butter (cold, unsalted)
- 3 tablespoons Yogurt (plain)
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 cups Cooking oil (for frying)
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the semolina, all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and cumin seeds. Mix well to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.
Add the cold butter and gently rub it into the dry ingredients using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
If using fresh parsley or cilantro, stir it in now to add a burst of bright flavor and color.
Add the yogurt to the mixture and start bringing the dough together. Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until a soft, pliable dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Cover the dough with a damp kitchen towel and let it rest for 10 minutes.
After resting, divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into your desired shapes—round balls, flat discs, or even fun cutouts using cookie cutters to make them 'cute'.
Heat the oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat. To check if the oil is ready, drop a small piece of dough into the oil—it should sizzle and rise to the surface slowly.
Fry the shaped snacks in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. This should take about 3–4 minutes per batch.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried snacks onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a snack or appetizer. These pair wonderfully with ketchup, chutney, or a yogurt dip!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 500.5 g | 642% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.1 g | 410% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 1223 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.4 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.6 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*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.
