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Sakinalu is a traditional Telangana festival snack made during Makar Sankranti. These crispy, golden rice flour rings are delicately flavored with sesame seeds and ajwain, creating a perfect balance of nutty and aromatic notes. This ancient recipe has been passed down through generations in Telangana households, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune.
Total Time
55 mins
Servings
5
Calories
218
Difficulty
medium
fine, freshly milled preferred
white sesame seeds
carom seeds
or to taste
melted
approximately, for kneading
for deep frying
In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, sesame seeds, ajwain, and salt. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Add melted ghee to the flour mixture and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Gradually add warm water, little by little, and knead into a smooth, pliable dough. The dough should be firm but not dry.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate properly.
Divide the dough into small portions, about the size of a lemon. Roll each portion into a thin rope, approximately 6 inches long and 1/4 inch thick.
Join the ends of each rope to form a ring, pressing gently to seal. Place the shaped rings on a clean cloth.
Heat oil in a deep kadai or heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (175°C). Test with a small piece of dough - it should sizzle and rise slowly.
Carefully slide 4-5 rings into the hot oil. Fry on medium heat, turning occasionally, until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fried sakinalu with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Let them cool completely before storing.
fine, freshly milled preferred
white sesame seeds
carom seeds
or to taste
melted
approximately, for kneading
for deep frying
In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, sesame seeds, ajwain, and salt. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Add melted ghee to the flour mixture and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Gradually add warm water, little by little, and knead into a smooth, pliable dough. The dough should be firm but not dry.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate properly.
Divide the dough into small portions, about the size of a lemon. Roll each portion into a thin rope, approximately 6 inches long and 1/4 inch thick.
Join the ends of each rope to form a ring, pressing gently to seal. Place the shaped rings on a clean cloth.
Heat oil in a deep kadai or heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (175°C). Test with a small piece of dough - it should sizzle and rise slowly.
Carefully slide 4-5 rings into the hot oil. Fry on medium heat, turning occasionally, until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fried sakinalu with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Let them cool completely before storing.
Per serving (5 servings)
Calories
218
Daily Value
11%
Dietary Information
Per serving (5 servings)
Calories
218
Daily Value
11%
Dietary Information
Per serving • Based on 5 servings
* Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Per serving • Based on 5 servings
* Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
💡 Want personalized DV% based on your health profile? Download the CalorieGram app for customized nutrition tracking tailored to your goals.