Madhurawada is a traditional savory snack known for its crispy texture and spicy flavor. This millet-based Madhurawada uses proso millet flour along with rice flour and besan to create a crunchy and nutritious snack.

Mixed with onions, green chilies, curry leaves, and coriander, the dough is shaped into small flattened balls and deep-fried until golden and crisp. It is a perfect accompaniment for tea-time and festive occasions.

With its rich taste and wholesome ingredients, Madhurawada is a great way to include millets in your daily diet.

Ingredients

• Proso millet flour – 40 g
• Rice flour – 20 g
• Besan (Bengal gram flour) – 20 g
• Maida (refined wheat flour) – 20 g
• Onion – 1 (finely chopped)
• Chana dal – 2 tablespoons (soaked)
• Green chilies – 3–4 (finely chopped)
• Curry leaves – 6–8 (chopped)
• Coriander leaves – 2 tablespoons (chopped)
• Salt – to taste
• Oil – 2 teaspoons (for mixing) + for deep frying
• Water – as required

Preparation Method

Step 1: Prepare Dough

1. In a mixing bowl, combine proso millet flour, rice flour, besan, and maida.
2. Add chopped onion, soaked chana dal, green chilies, curry leaves, coriander leaves, and salt.
3. Heat 2 teaspoons of oil and pour it over the mixture.
4. Mix everything well.
5. Add water gradually and knead into a soft dough.

Step 2: Shaping

6. Grease your hands with oil.
7. Take small portions of dough and shape into balls.
8. Flatten each ball gently on your palm.

Step 3: Frying

9. Heat oil in a deep pan on medium flame.
10. Drop the flattened dough pieces into hot oil.
11. Fry on medium flame, stirring occasionally.
12. Cook until they turn golden brown and crispy.
13. Remove and drain excess oil on paper towels.

Step 4: Serve

14. Serve hot and crispy.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with coconut chutney or green chutney
• Enjoy with tea or coffee
• Perfect for evening snacks or festive occasions
• Pair with fried green chilies for extra taste

Health Benefits

• Proso Millet: Rich in fiber and minerals
• Chana Dal: Provides protein
• Spices & Herbs: Improve digestion
• Homemade snack with controlled ingredients

Tips for Perfect Madhurawada

• Do not make dough too soft
• Maintain medium oil temperature
• Fry in small batches
• Add oil to dough for crisp texture

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