Bhajanichi Chakali / Multigrain Flour Chakali: Diwali Snacks(Diwali Pharal)

How to Prepare Bhajanichi Chakali / Multigrain Flour Chakali: Diwali Snacks(Diwali Pharal)

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        Maharashtrian style bhajanichi chakli without which Diwali cannot be celebrated. Chakali can be prepared in different ways like Rice flour chakli, wheat flour chakali, moong dal chakali, jowar flour chakli, etc. This chakali is prepared using chakali chi bhajani. You can find hardly anybody who doesn't like chakali. These chaklis are my family's all-time favorite snack too!

          Also, you can use this healthy and hearty blend of grains to make flatbreads, yeast-free bread, muffins, and cookies. Multigrain flour can never actually harm the body unless you are allergic to any of the flours included in the mix. Consumption of multigrain flour gives a boost to the digestive system. This flour provides a blend of nutrients in each grain and is an excellent addition to your diet. 

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           Using this multigrain flour made this chakli, and it is the most favorite crunchy snack in India. It is specially prepared in every house during Diwali, along with many other delicacies. Chakli is also known as चकली(chakali) in Marathi, ಚಕ್ಕುಲಿ chakuli in Kannada, Gujarati - Chakri, Telugu - chakralu, and Konkani - Chakri. There are various methods to make chakli. Murukku, a similar recipe of chakli typically made with rice flour. Kadboli is the same recipe of chakli, but the only difference is that the Kadboli shaped by hand instead of an extruder. Bhajnichi Chakli is made as a part of the Diwali faral (Diwali snacks & sweets) in Maharashtra. These chaklis turned out very crispy (कुरकुरीत), crunchy. So give it a try and make this snack more healthy and tasty.

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes; Cooking Time:15 Minutes.

Each Bhajanichi Chakali Contains 45 Cal

To Prepare Bhajanichi Chakali

Ingredients:

• Chakali Chi Bhajani/ Multigrain Flour 1 Cup
• Red Chilli Powder 1 Tbsp 
• Turmeric powder 1 Tsp 
• Salt 1 Tsp 
• Sesame seeds 1 Tbsp 
• Carom seeds 1 Tsp 
• Asafoetida ¼ Tsp
• Oil 1 Tbsp
• Water 1 Cup

Instructions:

• In a mixing bowl, add chakali chi bhajani, red chili powder, turmeric, asafoetida, salt, sesame seeds, carom seeds and mix well. 

• Now add hot oil and mix well. 
• Meanwhile, in a pan, heat a cup of water and bring it to boil.
• Add boiling water to the flour mixture and mix well(I have used approx 1 cup of water, but don't add all the water at a time, add as needed). 

• Cover the bowl with lid and keep it aside for about 5 minutes.
• After 5 minutes, knead the mixture to make a soft dough (if needed, add hot water).
• Now, grease chakli press utensil with oil and stuff enough dough into chakli utensil(extruder/mold/sacha). 
• Place an aluminum foil or parchment paper and over that press and move into circular motion to make chakli(as shown in video).
• It is once done, deep fry chakli on medium flame until it turns a golden color. 

• Once fried, keep it on the kitchen napkin to remove excess oil.

• Here, crispy, healthy, and nutritious multigrain Flour / bhajanichi chakli is ready to serve. Enjoy!!!

Dietary Comment:

• The calorie count is based on a 2000 calorie diet.
• Per serving contains 45 calories, along with 5.34 g carbohydrates, 1.1 dietary fiber, 2.2 g fats, and 1.3g protein.
• Portion size can always be increased or decreased depending on your health goals and activity level. 

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• Chakali Chi Bhajani/ Multigrain Flour 1 Cup
• Red Chilli Powder 1 Tbsp 
• Turmeric powder 1 Tsp 
• Salt 1 Tsp 
• Sesame seeds 1 Tbsp 
• Carom seeds 1 Tsp 
• Asafoetida ¼ Tsp
• Oil 1 Tbsp
• Water 1 Cup

Instructions:

• In a mixing bowl, add chakali chi Bhajani, red chili powder, turmeric, asafoetida, salt, sesame seeds, carom seeds and mix well. 
• Now add hot oil and mix well. 
• Meanwhile, in a pan, heat a cup of water and bring it to boil.
• Add boiling water to the flour mixture and mix well(I have used approx 1 cup of water, but don't add all the water at a time, add as needed). 
• Cover the bowl with lid and keep it aside for about 5 minutes.
• After 5 minutes, knead the mixture to make a soft dough (if needed, add hot water).
• Now, grease chakli press utensil with oil and stuff enough dough into chakli utensil(extruder/mold/sacha). 
• Place an aluminum foil or parchment paper and over that press and move into circular motion to make chakli(as shown in video).
• It is once done, deep fry chakli on medium flame until it turns a golden color. 
• Once fried, keep it on the kitchen napkin to remove excess oil.
• Here, crispy, healthy, and nutritious multigrain Flour / bhajanichi chakli is ready to serve. Enjoy!!!

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