Jantikalu Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, gram flour, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, chili powder, salt, and asafoetida.
• STEP 2.Add water gradually and knead the mixture into a smooth dough.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
• STEP 4.Take a portion of the dough and shape it into a cylindrical log.
• STEP 5.Using a murukku press or a piping bag with a star-shaped nozzle, press the dough in a spiral shape directly into the hot oil.
• STEP 6.Fry the jantikalu until they turn golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 7.Remove them from the oil and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
• STEP 8.Allow them to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
• STEP 9.Serve the jantikalu as a snack with tea or as a side dish with rice and dal.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the dough is not too dry or too sticky. Adjust the water accordingly.
• If you don't have a murukku press, you can use a piping bag with a star-shaped nozzle.
• To get perfectly crispy jantikalu, make sure the oil is hot enough before frying.
• Store the jantikalu in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.

Storage and Serving

• Store the jantikalu in an airtight container at room temperature.
• They can be stored for up to 2 weeks.
• Serve the jantikalu as a snack with tea or coffee.
• They can also be served as a side dish with rice and dal.