Annam's Murukku Rice Flour, also known as Mullu Murukku Maavu (முள்ளு முறுக்கு மாவு), is a traditional flour of raw rice, urad dal and fried gram for crisp, golden-brown, spiky mullu murukku. Just add water, salt and a little butter or hot oil, press with the star disc and fry.
Best for: mullu murukku for Diwali, Krishna Jayanthi and festivals, or a crunchy tea-time snack to store in a jar.
Ingredients: Raw Rice (Pachai Arisi), Urad Dal (Ulundhu), Fried Gram (Pottukadalai).
Why choose Annam's
- Free from added chemicals and pesticides
- No added artificial colours or preservatives
- Ready-mixed flour – no soaking, drying or grinding at home
- Made in small batches
How to use
To 2 cups of Annam's Recipes Murukku Rice Flour, add salt to taste, 1 tablespoon of butter or hot oil, and cumin or sesame seeds if you like. Add water little by little and knead into a soft, smooth dough. Press through a murukku press with the star (mullu) disc straight into hot oil, and fry on a medium flame until the bubbles settle and the murukku is crisp. Cool completely and store airtight.
Storage and shelf life
Best before 6 months from the date of packing. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight, and always use a dry spoon. Kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator, it stays fresh for up to 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as Mullu Murukku Maavu?
Yes. It is the traditional flour for spiky mullu murukku.
How is it different from Thenkuzhal Maavu?
Murukku made with this flour is brown and spiky (mullu). Thenkuzhal made with Thenkuzhal Maavu is white and smooth. The smooth or spiky shape comes from the disc you use in the murukku press.
Why is my murukku hard or oily?
Hard murukku means the dough was too stiff – add a little more water. Oily murukku means the oil was not hot enough – fry on a steady medium flame.
Does it contain wheat?
No. It is made only from raw rice, urad dal and fried gram.
How long does it stay fresh?
6 months from the date of packing, and up to 12 months in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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