Telangana Chegodilu Fried Rice Flour Ring Festive Crispy

Ingredients

• 2 cups rice flour
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp ajwain (carom seeds)
• 1/4 tsp red chilli powder
• 1/4 tsp asafoetida
• 2 tbsp oil for shortening
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Hot water — to knead a firm dough
• Oil for deep frying

Method

1. Combine rice flour, sesame seeds, cumin, ajwain, red chilli powder, asafoetida and salt.
2. Add 2 tbsp oil. Mix until crumbly.
3. Add hot water gradually kneading with wet hands into a firm, smooth dough.
4. Take a small portion. Roll into a thin rope 6 mm thick.
5. Shape into a ring 8 cm in diameter. Join the ends firmly.
6. Heat oil for deep frying on medium. Fry rings in batches on medium for 4 to 5 minutes turning until completely golden and crispy throughout.
7. Drain and cool completely.