Crunchy Millet Snack Recipes

Snacking the South Indian way usually means deep-fried treats made with white rice flour or refined flours. But you can make these traditional snacks healthier by using millets like ragi and kambu (pearl millet) — keeping the crunch you love without the guilt.

🍪 Ragi Murukku

Ragi Murukku is a fiber-rich, gluten-free twist on the classic murukku. Using ragi flour adds calcium, antioxidants, and helps maintain blood sugar levels. This snack is perfect for teatime or festive occasions.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ragi flour (finger millet flour)
• ½ cup rice flour (optional for crispiness)
• 2 tbsp roasted urad dal flour
• 1 tsp cumin seeds or sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp melted butter or oil
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• Oil for deep frying

Method:

1. Mix all dry ingredients. Add melted butter/oil and enough water to make a soft dough.
2. Use a murukku press to shape the dough into hot oil.
3. Fry until golden brown and crisp.
4. Drain on paper towels and cool before serving.

🍘 Kambu (Pearl Millet) Sev

Kambu Sev is a delightful, crunchy snack made with pearl millet flour and chickpea flour. It's a healthier option than the regular sev, ideal for blood sugar control and loaded with nutrients.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup kambu (pearl millet) flour
• ½ cup besan (chickpea flour)
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp ajwain (carom seeds) or cumin seeds
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp hot oil
• Water as needed
• Oil for deep frying

Method:

1. Mix flours and spices, add hot oil and then water little by little to make a stiff dough.
2. Press the dough through a sev maker into hot oil.
3. Fry until crisp and golden.
4. Drain excess oil and cool completely before storing or serving.

Why Choose Millet Snacks?

Millet snacks like Ragi Murukku and Kambu Sev provide more nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants than regular snacks made with refined flours. They help manage blood sugar better and promote digestive health—without compromising the flavors and textures you love.

Make the switch to healthier, tastier snacking today!

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