Recipe: How To Make Karnataka's Festive Crispy Snack, Kodubale Easily At Home

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What Is Kodubale?

Kodubale is a popular traditional snack. It is especially popular during festivals and special occasions.

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How Is It Made?

Kodubale is a crispy, deep-fried snack that is made from rice flour and a combination of spices.

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Ingredients:

The primary ingredients used in making Kodubale include rice flour, roasted gram flour (chana dal or pottukadalai), red chili powder, asafoetida (hing), sesame seeds, curry leaves, and other spices.

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Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the rice flour, roasted gram flour, red chili powder, asafoetida, sesame seeds, and chopped curry leaves. Add salt to taste.

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Step 2

Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil until it's hot. Pour this hot oil over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Mix well to distribute the hot oil throughout the mixture.

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Step 3

Gradually add water, little by little, and knead the mixture into a firm and smooth dough. The dough should not be too sticky or too dry.

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Step 4

Divide the dough into small portions and roll them into thin ropes. Join the ends of each rope to form a ring shape.

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Step 5

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully slide a few Kodubales into the hot oil. Fry them in batches.

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Step 6

Fry the Kodubales until they turn golden brown and crispy. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

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So, do prepare these crispy snacks for the festive season. 

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