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MAKKA GARELU

An authentic and delicious deep fried snack from Telangana cuisine made of fresh maize/corn kernels, coriander and cumin seeds, and few basic spices.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Indian, Telangana
Keyword: Garelu, healthy snacks, Kid friendly recipes, Makka garelu, plant based, vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Author: Shravani Abhishek

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Maize/corn kernels
  • 1 tbsp Coriander seeds
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 6 Garlic cloves
  • Salt to taste
  • 10 Whole dry red chillies
  • 1 sprig Curry leaves optional
  • 2 tbsp Sugar/jaggery
  • 3 tbsp Rice flour if you're using sweet corn

Instructions

  • Deseed the maize corn from the cob. We can do this before hand and keep them in an airtight container.
  • In a blender jar add maize kernels, garlic cloves, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, salt, sugar, dry red chillies and blend to a coarse paste without adding any water.
  • If you're using sweet corn then add in rice flour and make sure it's holding the shape when shaped. If not add more rice flour and adjust to get the right consistency. It should be similar to the Medu wada batter.
  • Heat a wok/Kadai for deep frying and add oil. Once it's hot, place a wet cotton towel on a flat plate.
  • Take a handful of batter at a time, place it on wet cotton towel, flatten it to a circle of ½ inch thickness and make a hole in the center. As it helps in even cooking.
  • Slowly drop the shaped Makka gare to medium hot oil and let it fry on both sides until they're golden brown. Do not fry in very hot oil, as vadas with be cooked from outside but will remain raw from inside.
  • Place the fried makka garelu on a paper towel and let the excess oil absorb by paper towel.
  • Serve warm with chai and enjoy. Bon appetit.

Notes

  • If you're using sweet corn then please do not forget to add Rice flour as it helps in holding the shape and gives a crunchy texture
  • Always make sure you're buying fresh maize/corn which are mature and th kernels are firm. They help in achieving the authentic taste and texture.
  • You can also use red chilli powder or green chillies instead of Dry red chillies. 
  • You can also add chopped onions, curry leaves and chopped cilantro to the mixture before frying.
  • These Makka garelu are completely vegan and healthy, also they stay good at room temperature for 3 days.