Churumuri Recipe (Puffed Rice Snack) - Swasthi's Recipes (2024)

Churumuri also known as Masala Mandakki is a popular puffed rice snack from Karnataka, a South Indian state. It is also a street food and is most commonly eaten as a time-pass Snack. There are many puffed rice snacks made across India with so many different variations. Jhal Muri & Bhel Puri are the 2 most commonly known variations. Churumuri is lesser known across India and more popular in Karnataka.

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Churumuri is always a winner for its simplicity as it is made with basic pantry staples that most of us stock at home. It can be prepared very quickly by anyone. Even kids can easily make this if they have chopped veggies ready.

About Churumuri

Churumuri is a simple snack where crispy puffed rice is tossed with onions, tomatoes, chilies, salt and lemon juice. Garnished with plenty of roasted peanuts and coriander leaves, it is simply the best! Some times it is also topped with Sev or mixture. Churumuri is crispy, slightly spicy, sour & nutty!

A dash of oil is also added while mixing. You will find different kinds of oil being used depending on the region. Some regions use peanut oil while some use coconut oil. But we prefer hot Ghee as it adds better flavor. It is up to you and in fact you can also leave out the oil.

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1 About Churumuri

2 How to make Churumuri (Stepwise Photos)

3 Recipe Card

It is usually eaten on its own or sometimes accompanied with Mirchi Bajji and Tea. At home we love these with Mysore Bonda or Goli baje.

We Indians across the globe love street foods. A plate full of tangy spicy chaat with a cup of masala tea is the strongest mesmerizer for most of us. But the hygiene that is maintained is very poor in many street food places. So it is always healthy to make these at home.

To make Churumuri we don’t need any Tamarind Chutney or Green Chutney like the North Indian Bhel Puri. So it is super quick to make. You can easily tweak this basic recipe to suit your taste.

I like to go with the most basic veggies like onions, tomatoes & coriander leaves. However you can also add grated carrots or totapuri mango (sweet sour unripe mango). You will find this version in a lot of street stalls and chaat places in Bangalore.

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How to make Churumuri (Stepwise Photos)

Preparation

1. First roast peanuts on a medium flame until aromatic and golden. Set aside to cool. Once they cool down you can remove the skin if you prefer. For this recipe you will need 2 to 3 tablespoons peanuts.

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2. Prepare the following:

  • 1 small onion (fine chop)
  • 1 medium Tomato (fine chop)
  • 1 green chili (chopped, deseeded if required, leave out for kids)
  • 2 tablespoon coriander leaves (fine chop)
  • 2 tablespoons grated carrots or chopped cucumber (optional)
  • 1 cut lemon
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3. You need 3 cups muri/ puffed rice for this recipe. To make churumuri, you don’t need to dry roast the puffed rice unless they are soft. You can also pop them in the oven for a few mins at 50 to 60 C. I usually break open a new pack to make this so I don’t dry roast. But clean them. I sieve them to remove the powdery part. Add the puffed rice to a wide bowl.

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Make Puffed Rice Snack

4. Add onions and tomatoes to the mixing bowl. Sprinkle salt (about ¼tsp) and ¼ to ½ teaspoon chili powder over tomatoes. First check if your puffed rice is salted. Add salt accordingly.

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5. Squeeze in very little lemon juice as tomatoes too will be tangy. I use about 1 tbsp. This will help the salt to dissolve.

6. Heat 1 tbsp oil or ghee. Pour it. This elevates the flavor of churumuri completely. Optional – We usually add some roasted and coarsely pound jeera then pour hot coconut oil or ghee to bring out the aroma of jeera.

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8. Mix the chilli powder and salt well with tomatoes and onions. This helps the chilli powder to spread well.

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9. Next mix in the puffed rice with the onion tomatoes. Check salt and sprinkle more if needed. Lastly add coriander leaves and peanuts. Give a gentle stir.

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Serve Churumuri immediately as they begin to loose the crunch.

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Churumuri Recipe (Puffed Rice Snacks)

Churumuri is a quick and easy puffed rice snack that is a very popular street food Karnataka. It is made with basic ingredients like onions, tomatoes, lemon juice, red chilli powder & coriander leaves.

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Prep Time7 minutes minutes

Total Time7 minutes minutes

Servings2

AuthorSwasthi

Ingredients (US cup = 240ml )

  • 3 cups Puffed Rice (mandakki,pori, puri)
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium Tomato finely chopped
  • 1 Green chili chopped (skip if making for kids)
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon red chilli powder or as desired
  • 2 tablespoon coriander leaves finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or as needed
  • 2 to 3 tablespoon Peanuts roasted
  • 1 teaspoon oil or hot ghee
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin coarsely pound (optional)

Instructions

How to make Churumuri

  • Roast the peanuts well on a medium heat until aromatic & golden.

  • Pour puffed rice in a wide bowl. Clean up the dirt and powdery part. Best way to clean up is to sieve it.

  • If the puffed rice is not crisp, then dry roast them in a pan until crisp. Cool them completely.

  • Transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Add onions & tomatoes. Sprinkle salt, red chili powder, lemon juice & oil over the tomatoes.

  • Begin to mix the onions and tomatoes with the spice powder first. Then mix it with the puffed rice.

  • Then add add coriander leaves and peanuts. Toss the churumuri.

  • Serve churumuri immediately else they lose the crunch.

  • You can top it with mixture or boondi.

Notes

  1. Using very hot ghee instead of oil elevates the flavor of churumuri.
  2. Using a lot of chopped tomatoes can make the puffed rice soft very quickly. I use a very small tomato.

Alternative quantities provided in the recipe card are for 1x only, original recipe.

For best results follow my detailed step-by-step photo instructions and tips above the recipe card.

NUTRITION INFO (estimation only)

Nutrition Facts

Churumuri Recipe (Puffed Rice Snacks)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 119Calories from Fat 18

% Daily Value*

Fat 2g3%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Cholesterol 6mg2%

Sodium 81mg4%

Potassium 226mg6%

Carbohydrates 22g7%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 4g4%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 510IU10%

Vitamin C 18.1mg22%

Calcium 19mg2%

Iron 4.9mg27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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FAQs

What snacks can be made from puffed rice? ›

Churumuri is a simple snack where crispy puffed rice is tossed with onions, tomatoes, chilies, salt and lemon juice. Garnished with plenty of roasted peanuts and coriander leaves, it is simply the best! Some times it is also topped with Sev or mixture. It is crispy, slightly spicy, sour & nutty.

What is churmuri called in English? ›

Flattened rice (poha) and puffed rice (murmura) are the 2 forms of rice, commonly consumed in India along with rice in its original grain form. This Puffed Rice Snack or Churumuri is a popular street food from Karnataka in South India.

What is the English name for mandakki Puri? ›

In India, puffed rice is known as muri. Other regional names include parmal, mandakki, puri, mudhi, murmura, murmuri, borugulu, maramaralu in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and pori in Tamil Nadu. It is a staple food in Odisha and West Bengal.

Is puffed rice a healthy snack? ›

Puffed rice is naturally a low-fat, and low-calorie food option, and if paired with more vegetables or fruits, it becomes a much healthier snack. Moreover, it is naturally gluten-free, making it suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

What are the ingredients of puffed snacks? ›

Extruded puffed corn snacks exist in the snack group of products and are made using corn grits, rice, wheat, or other cereals, and are often flavored with cheese, oil, chili, onion or garlic powder, and many other spices.

Can you make puffed rice like popcorn? ›

Add a few grains of cooked rice; if oil is hot enough it will start to puff up instantly. Working in batches, carefully add 1/2 cup rice to hot oil; fry for 3 to 6 seconds or until puffed. Using small metal wire sieve, carefully transfer rice to paper towel-lined baking sheet. Let cool completely.

Are Rice Krispies puffed rice? ›

If you love eating rice and everything cripsy, this is the cereal for you! Kellogg's® Rice Krispies® are puffed grains of rice that's so fun, tasty, and nutritious.

Which rice is used for puffed rice? ›

The best type of rice to prepare an excellent puffed rice is basmati one, a white and long grain rice.

What is the difference between bhelpuri and churumuri? ›

Spice level: Be it bhelpuri, churumuri, or jhalmuri, all three dishes have unique spice concoctions that make them so different. While sweetness dominates the flavour profile of bhelpuri, jhalmuri is hot (teekha) in nature. On the other hand, churumuri is light, less spicy, and most comforting in the lot.

What do we call murmura in English? ›

Puffed rice is one of the staple foods in India, commonly called as murmura, muri, and parmal.

Can we make murmura at home? ›

You can make this Murmura Recipe with either white puffed rice or brown puffed rice. Add your choice of spices or herbs while tempering. In place of black salt, use white salt or Himalayan salt. For a spicier version, add some red chili powder or even finely chopped green chilies in the topping.

Can diabetics eat puffed rice? ›

Helps Manage Blood Sugar Levels: The complex carbohydrates in puffed rice contribute to steady blood sugar levels, preventing energy crashes and cravings that can sabotage your weight loss efforts. High in Fiber: Puffed rice is a good source of dietary fiber, which promotes gut health and digestion.

Is POHA and puffed rice same? ›

Poha is made by parboiling rice, rolled, flattened and sun dried. On the other hand, puffed rice is made by washing the rice, parboiling it and drying it completely. Then the rice grains are tossed in a hot pan filled with hot salt or oil. The method of preparation also decides the health quotient of the food.

What is Susla? ›

Susla is a traditional tea-time snack of North Karnataka and south western Maharashtra. The culinary landscape of India is filled with umpteen number of recipes.

What is an example of a puffed snack? ›

Puffed and extruded snacks include anything involving combined ingredients that are either pushed through a mold or precision cut. Examples include our corn puffs, veggie straw snacks, pork rinds, cheese snacks (puffs and curls) and much more.

How to eat rice puffs? ›

You can add it to your soup or salad for some texture and crunch. You can eat it as you would rice crispies, for breakfast with sliced bananas and milk.

What can I do with puffed grains? ›

Breakfast, for instance—you know puffed-rice cereal? There you go. Stir it into a little yogurt, sweet or savory. Fold popped grains into granola, or granola bars.

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