Story/History of recipe
Boondi is originally a sweet variety originated from Rajasthan. Later a savoury version was also created which is known as Kara or tikka boondi. Boondi is such a versatile creation which is popular all over India. It is a commonly available household snack that is also specially prepared for festivals in India.
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Ingredients
The following are the ingredients needed for Kara Boondi,
- Gram flour - 2 cups
- Rice flour - 1- 2 tablespoons
- Chilli powder - ½ teaspoon or as per your preference
- Turmeric powder - a pinch
- Asafoetida/hing - 1 teaspoon
- Salt as required
- Garlic (crushed) - 5 cloves
- Curry leaves - as preferred (chopped and fried)
- Cashews - 1 tablespoon (roasted)
- Groundnuts - 1 tablespoon (roasted)
- Water as required for batter.
- Oil as required for deep frying.
Preparation Steps
For preparing batter:
- Take a large bowl, add gram flour, rice flour, salt and mix well.
- Add water as much as required to mix the flour into a paste and mix well.
- Add chilli powder and turmeric powder.
- Keep whisking to avoid lumps and add more water to make it thin. It must have the consistency which is slightly thinner than Dosa batter.
- You can adjust the consistency by adding more flour or more water as required.
- Once the batter is ready add asafoetida.
For preparing Kara Boondi:
- In a wide heavy bottomed pan, add oil as required for deep fry and let it heat at high flame.
- Once the oil is hot enough take a 'Kara Boondi karandi' or any perforated steel plate or ladle hold it above the pan.
- Take half a cup of prepared batter and gently pour on the perforated surface. If required gently tap on it.
- The batter will start to fall in the shape of small beads through the holes.
- Keep tapping until the batter has completely finished.
- The small balls of Kara Boondi will start to float up at this time and gently stir them all to cook evenly.
- Let it fry until it turns golden brown colour. Once the sizzling sound and bubbles have stopped take it out and transfer it a strainer or tissue paper to remove excess oil.
- Once the first batch of Kara Boondi, that is the first half a cup of batter is completely cleared out through the perforated surface, drown the ladle in water and clean it. This way the holes won't get blocked by batter
- Use a dry cloth to clean it and make sure it is not wet before you start with the next batch.
- Repeat the same process for the remaining batter.
- Once the Kara Boondi is done, take them in a large bowl.
- Add curry leaves, crushed garlic, cashews and groundnuts, toss and mix them well. You can also add or ignore any nuts as per your preference.
- Prepared Kara Boondi can be stored in an airtight container for a month.
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Nutritional Value
- Energy - 156 cal
- Protein - 4 g - 8%
- Carbohydrates - 12 g - 4%
- Fiber - 3.2 g - 11%
- Fat - 10 g - 13%
- Cholesterol - 0 mg - 0%
- Vitamin A - 105 mcg - 4%
- Vitamin B3 - 0.4 mg - 3%
- Vitamin B9 - 30 mg - 8%
- Vitamin C - 0.4 mcg - 0%
- Calcium - 11 mg - 1%
- Iron - 1.2 mg - 7%
- Potassium - 144 mg - 3%
- Sodium - 15 mg - 1%
- Magnesium - 26 mg - 6%
- Phosphorus - 66 mg - 5%
- Zinc - 0.4 mg - 4%
- Gram flour contains high protein and fibre which makes it ideal for weight loss. It helps to control cholesterol levels and reduce hypertension.
- It contains magnesium that helps to maintain blood pressure and prevents heart diseases.
- Iron and other minerals help prevent anemia and enhance metabolism.
- Rice flour and gram flour are ideal to be included in a gluten free diet
- Curry leaves are rich with antioxidants that prevent oxidative damage and help support the cardiovascular system and nervous system. .
- It helps in maintaining blood glucose levels and secretion of insulin hence ideal to be included in diabetic diet.
- It also has nutrients that are healthy for eyes, skin and hair.
INTERESTING FACTS
- Kara Boondi is used to garnish many popular Indian chaat varieties. A few side dish varieties also include it for its crunchiness.
- This spicy snack goes well with curd and yogurt based Indian dishes. It is also included to prepare one of the famous Indian condiment known as Raita.
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Suggested consumable by age groups
- A significant amount of a quarter to half cup can be enjoyed by all age groups.
Good times to eat:
- It is perfect as an evening snack.
Eat along with:
- This can be eaten alongside tea or coffee with Indian sweet treats or its own sweet version Boondi.
- It also tastes good to have it as a side dish for Indian meals, especially curd rice.
When not to eat or eat more often:
- Regular consumption can be avoided considering that it is a deep fried snack.
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Kara Boondi Recipe Preparation Steps
If you’re looking to elevate your snacking game, the Kara Boondi Recipe Preparation Steps are essential to follow. This delicious Indian snack is perfect for those who crave a spicy, crunchy treat. To begin, gather your ingredients: gram flour (besan), spices like red chili powder and ajwain, and salt. Start by mixing the gram flour with water to form a smooth batter; the consistency is key for achieving the perfect boondi texture. Next, heat oil in a deep pan. Once the oil is hot, use a ladle or a boondi maker to pour the batter into the oil, allowing it to drop in small, round pieces. Fry the boondi until golden brown, then remove and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
To enhance the flavor of your Kara Boondi, follow these further Kara Boondi Recipe Preparation Steps. After preparing the boondi, you can mix in roasted peanuts, curry leaves, and additional spices to create a tantalizing blend. For a more aromatic experience, consider adding asafoetida or a pinch of chaat masala. Finally, let your flavor-infused boondi cool down before storing it in an airtight container. Homemade Kara Boondi not only makes for an addictive snack on its own but can also be used as a topping for various dishes like raita or salads. With this simple yet flavorful recipe, you can enjoy the crispy goodness of Kara Boondi any time you want!
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