Murukku - Crispy Indian Savory Fried Snack

Steps

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   Combine rice flour and roasted gram flour in a bowl, then add ajwain, chilli powder, salt, and asafoetida.
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2. 2
   Add hot oil and hot water, then mix and rub the ingredients together until the dough reaches a breadcrumb-like consistency and holds moisture.
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   Cover the dough with cling film or a lid and let it rest briefly.
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4. 4
   Fill a murukku maker or piping bag with the dough. Hold it over a pan of hot oil and press the dough out in long strips directly into the oil.
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   Use a spoon to help guide the strips into the oil, controlling the amount based on your pan size.
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   Heat the oil to the proper temperature and deep-fry the strips until golden and crispy. Fry in batches, adjusting the amount of dough per batch based on your pan capacity.
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