Kodubale is a traditional spicy, crispy snack from Karnataka, India. The name comes from Kannada words—"Kodu" (horn) and "Bale" (bangle)—as the snack is shaped like a ring with slightly pointed ends.
Key Features:
Ingredients: Made from rice flour, roasted gram flour, coconut, red chili powder, and asafoetida.
Texture: Crunchy and firm, but not too hard or powdery.
Preparation: The dough is shaped into rings and deep-fried until golden brown.
Taste: Spicy, aromatic, and slightly nutty due to coconut and sesame seeds.
Festive Snack: Often prepared during Krishna Janmashtami and Ganesh Chaturthi.
Kodubale is a perfect tea-time snack, enjoyed across Karnataka.