Parsley Straws
by Tarla Dalal
A herby snack made of flour perked up with chopped onions, curry powder and a generous dose of aromatic parsley, these parsley straw may either be served fresh or stored in an airtight container for a few days. Make sure you serve it with a nice, tangy dip for double joy!
Parsley Straws recipe - How to make Parsley Straws
Preparation Time: Baking Time: 15 minutes Baking Temperature: 200°C (400°F) Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 20 twists
2 tbsp finely chopped parsley
1 cup plain flour (maida)
1/4 cup butter (room temperature)
1 tbsp finely chopped onions
1/4 tsp curry powder
1/4 tsp salt
Method
- Method
- Put the plain flour in a bowl, add the butter and rub between your palms to make breadcrumbs.
- Add all the remaining ingredients along with 1 tbsp cold water and knead into a dough.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured board to 6 mm. (1/4") thickness.
- Cut into long strips with a fluted cutter and give 2 twists.
- Arrange the straws on an ungreased baking dish and bake in a pre-heated oven at 200°c (400°f) for 10 minutes.
- Serve immediately or cool and store in an air-tight container.
Nutrient values per twist
| Energy | 35 cal |
| Protein | 0.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 4.2 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 1.8 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 75.1 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0.7 mg |
| Folic Acid | 1.3 mcg |
| Calcium | 2.5 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 18.2 mg |
| Potassium | 12.2 mg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |
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This is a very easy recipe Parsely twist instead of a bag of fried chips in snack time..It is very good..