Maize Cubes

Over the years, I have grown increasingly health-conscious about mine and my family’s diet. Although my kids and husband might think of me as a wet blanket, I know that whatever I do is for the greater good of everyone. Besides, I allow them to have food of their choice from time to time. So it’s only fair that they listen to me too. Maize Cubes are a delicious and healthy snack, one that my family relishes fully and never complains about.

In this recipe, I have used fine maize flour (makki ka atta) and wheat flour (atta) to prepare the dough. The catch here is that maize flour is rarely used to prepare snacks. I have made it a point to use it as it is a lot healthier than maida; it is rich in antioxidants and fibre. To this flour mixture, a variety of spices have been added along with Eno (fruit salt). Turmeric (haldi) gives a gorgeous yellow colour; sesame (til) seeds lend a unique flavour, while eno salt makes the dough soft. Coriander (dhaniya) and fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi) leave a fresh flavour on the tongue. Curd is added to the dough to give it a smooth appearance, and it is allowed to rest for a few hours.

After resting, the dough is rolled into shape of choice, and deep-fried in a hot pan until golden-brown. The excess oil is drained with kitchen tissues. Maize Cubes have a long shelf-life as it’s a dry snack, and can be taken for travel.

For more healthy snacks you may check Light oil oat Dosa, Ragi idly, Sweetcorn Paneer Idli

How to make Maize Cubes