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Cashew Murukku

Cultural Context

Originating from South India, Murukku is a traditional snack often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions. The word 'murukku' means 'twisted' in Tamil, referring to its spiral shape. Cashew Murukku adds a rich, nutty flavor to the classic recipe, making it a beloved treat across India and among Indian communities worldwide.

IndianINsnack
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup local cashew nuts
2 cups rice flour
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
oil for deep frying

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide similar crunch with lower calories.

rice flour

🥗Healthier: brown rice flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Brown rice flour adds fiber while all-purpose flour is more economical.

1

Collect cashew nuts from the ground beneath the tree.

2

Clean the collected cashew nuts by removing the fruit from the nut.

3

Dry the nuts in the sun for a few days.

4

Roast the nuts using dry maize and coconut shell to start the fire.

5

Place a sheet of Galvan with holes over the fire to roast the nuts evenly.

6

Stir the nuts constantly while roasting to ensure even cooking.

7

Remove the outer shell from the roasted nuts using gloves to avoid skin irritation.

8

Bake the shelled nuts in the oven.

Cooking Techniques

soakinggrindingmixingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlmurukku pressdeep frying panslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

tree nuts

Also Known As

Kaju MurukkuCashew Chakli

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