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Murukku
Snek • Malaysia
How to Make Murukku (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Murukku is a beloved Malaysian snack, originating from the South Indian community but fully embraced and celebrated across Malaysia’s multicultural landscape. It’s commonly enjoyed during festive celebrations like Deepavali, Hari Raya, and Chinese New Year, showcasing Malaysia’s unity and diversity. The name 'Murukku' comes from the Tamil word for 'twisted', referring to its iconic spiral shape. In Malaysia, Murukku is often flavoured with local ingredients such as pandan leaves and lemongrass, enhancing its aroma and taste while making it unique to Malaysian cuisine. This crispy, savory snack is made primarily with rice flour and urad dal flour (kacang dal), seasoned with spices and herbs. Murukku is vegetarian-friendly and widely available in Malaysian homes, markets, and festivals. The combination of crunchy texture and aromatic spices makes it irresistible, and with a health-conscious approach, you can now enjoy Murukku guilt-free as part of your snack repertoire. This recipe keeps it light by using minimal oil and incorporates local flavors for a truly Malaysian taste.
Bahan-bahan(untuk 8-10 pieces per person)
- 1 cup Rice flour (Tepung beras)
- 1/4 cup Urad dal flour (Tepung kacang dal)
- 1/4 cup Santan (coconut milk) (Fresh preferred)
- 2 leaves Pandan leaves (Finely chopped) - pilihan
- 1 stalk Lemongrass (Finely minced) - pilihan
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds (Bijian jintan)
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds (Bijian bijan)
- 1/2 tsp Chili powder (Serbuk cili)
- 1/2 tsp Salt (Garam)
- For deep frying Vegetable oil (Minyak masak)
Arahan
- 1
Mix rice flour and urad dal flour in a large bowl. Add salt, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, chili powder, chopped pandan leaves, and minced lemongrass for Malaysian flavor.
5 minutes
Sift flours for extra crispiness.
- 2
Pour in santan (coconut milk) and mix to form a smooth, soft dough. Add water if needed, little by little.
5 minutes
Do not overwork the dough to keep Murukku light.
- 3
Fill the dough into a Murukku press (acuan Murukku) or piping bag fitted with a star nozzle.
3 minutes
Grease the press for easy release.
- 4
Press dough into spiral shapes onto parchment or banana leaf squares.
4 minutes
Use banana leaf for authentic aroma.
Kenapa hidangan ini sihat
This version of Murukku is fried in minimal oil and enriched with nutrient-dense seeds and herbs. Using santan instead of butter or ghee reduces saturated fat, and the addition of pandan and lemongrass boosts flavor without extra calories. Murukku is vegetarian, making it suitable for plant-based diets, and contains no artificial additives or preservatives.
Murukku is naturally gluten-free when prepared with rice and urad dal flours, offering a good balance of carbohydrates and plant-based proteins. The inclusion of pandan and lemongrass provides antioxidants and vitamins, while coconut milk adds healthy fats. Sesame and cumin seeds offer minerals like calcium, magnesium, and iron. This snack can be made healthier by controlling oil absorption and using fresh, local ingredients.
Petua
- 💡Tip 1: Add a pinch of baking powder for extra lightness.
- 💡Tip 2: Use fresh pandan and lemongrass for authentic Malaysian aroma.
- 💡Tip 3: Do not overcrowd the frying pan to maintain crisp texture.
Penyimpanan & hidangan
Store Murukku in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Ensure Murukku is completely cool before storing to preserve crispiness.
Paling sesuai dihidang: Breakfast or Lunch
Fakta Nutrisi
| Nutrien | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Tenaga | 120.0 kcal |
