Moong Chakli Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine moong dal flour, rice flour, sesame seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, asafoetida, salt, and ghee.
• STEP 2.Add water gradually and knead the mixture into a soft dough.
• STEP 3.Take a portion of the dough and shape it into a cylindrical roll. Place the roll in a chakli maker and press it to form spiral-shaped chaklis.
• STEP 4.Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the chaklis until golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 5.Remove the chaklis from the oil and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
• STEP 6.Allow the chaklis to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
• STEP 7.Serve the Moong Chakli as a snack with tea or as a side dish with chutney or yogurt dip.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the dough is soft and pliable for easy shaping of the chaklis.
• You can adjust the spiciness of the chaklis by adding more or less red chili powder.
• Fry the chaklis on medium heat to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
• Store the chaklis in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness for a longer time.

Storage and Serving

• Store the Moong Chakli in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Serve the chaklis as a snack with hot tea or coffee.
• You can also serve them as a side dish with chutney or yogurt dip during parties or gatherings.