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Healthy diet results a healthy mind and healthy body fit and fine. And specially if you are a Diabetic, the diet restricts a lot, but who says diabetics can’t enjoy food like normal healthy people. A little monitoring of ingredients and proper technique gives an amazing food experience with taste and wellness. Baked Karela Crackers is one such delicious tea time snack recipe specially curated for the diabetics. Crunchy, tasty Karela crackers are not just baked but also have high nutritional value which are apt for people looking for diabetic friendly recipe.
Health Benefits : Bitter gourd has multiple health benefits. It is mostly consumed for triggering the blood sugar level. Diabetes is a common ailment that affects many people today. Regular intake of bitter gourd helps prevent the rise of blood sugar levels. It also helps cure insulin resistance without taking any external medication.
Prep Time | 15 minutes |
Cook Time | 15 minutes |
Servings |
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Ingredients
- 1 cup All Purpose Flour Maida
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tbsp Cumin seeds
- 2 tbsp Milk Powder
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp Melted Butter
- 4 tbsp canola oil
- 1 pinch sugar
- salt to taste
- Oil for basting
Spices :
- 1 tbsp Chopped Coriander Leaves
- 1 sprig Chopped Curry Leaves
- 1 tbsp Roasted Sesame
- 2 Chopped Green Chilies optional
- 1/2 tsp asafoetida
- 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp Crushed Kasuri Methi
- 1 bitter gourd peeled and grated
- water to knead
Ingredients
Spices :
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Instructions
- Take a large mixing bowl and sieve the flours twice with soda, cornflour, salt, milk powder.
- Add a pinch of sugar, cumin seeds and mix well with a spoon or fork.
- Heat canola oil and butter together and cool for 2-3 mins and add to the flour.
- Mix the flour and rub the oil-butter mix into the flour to makes crumbs.
- Now add all the spices and mix well.
- Sprinkle some warm water and knead to make a slightly stiff dough. Cover the dough with a muslin cloth and let it rest for 5 mins
- Preheat oven to 180 Degree C for 10 mins and line a baking tray with parchment paper and keep aside.
- Roll the dough into a half inch thick disc.
- Cut into round shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Poke the round shaped crackers with a fork, and place them on the lined baking tray.
- Brush oil on top with a silicon/ oil brush.
- Bake for 12-15 mins at 180 deg c. flip them once , baste them again with a brush and bake for 5 mins at 150 degree C till golden brown.
- Cool them on a wire rack and store in an airtight container.
Recipe Notes
Serving Suggestions : This Baked Karela Crackers would be great with Tamarind and Dates Chutney or just enjoy them with tea or coffee.
Change It Up: You can also add Spinach or Fresh Fenugreek for further taste options.
If you liked this recipe, then try making at home and give your family a gift of good health and wellness. Share your views and feedback with me in comments below.
Love : Shaheen
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2 comments
That’s perfect way to sneak in this veggie di. Looks crisp and perfect
Thanks a lot Karthika. I have tried making Karela Muthias and Karela Theplas as well. .. This was my third attempt to make a diabetic friendly snack with bitter gourd. I’m glad you liked it 😊