Is Kurkure Gluten-Free?

Munching on a snack that is gluten-free and healthy? Look no further, because here comes the savior to satisfy your hot, spicy, and creamy craving. Kurkure, a gluten-free snack, is a delicious blend of quality raw materials like rice, gram flour, and corn flour. It is cooked in edible vegetable oil and paired with a flavorful combination of spices and condiments. It comes in a variety of flavors, like toofani masala, chutney Chaska, sour cream masala, and many more.

The list was issued by the Kurkure company, PepsiCo. claiming the product as gluten-free because it does not contain gluten-containing ingredients (barley, wheat, or rye) and is not cross-contaminated (cross-contamination develops when a gluten-free item comes in contact with gluten-containing items).

What is Kurkure’s Dietary Breakdown?

This crunchy puff corn snack contains approximately 150-160 calories per serving. 10-12 grams of fat, 15-16 grams of carbs, and 1-2 grams of protein. 

SANHA, a government-approved halal certification body, certified all the ingredients used in Kurkure as 100 percent Halal, making it enjoyable for all age groups.

Do you know that Kurkure can be used for healthier snacking?

This mouthwatering snack can also be combined with different recipes full of healthy ingredients. For instance, Kurkure salad. For this easy-peasy recipe, you will need 1 packet of kurkure (of your choice), finely chopped onion, tomato, cucumber, chaat masala, lemon juice, and salt. Mix everything in a bowl, top it up with kurkure and freshly chopped coriander, and enjoy the savory punch.

To elevate your snack game, try the innovative kurkure chaat by adding 1 medium onion, tomato,  capsicum, green chillies, boiled potatoes, chickpeas, and kurkure. Mix them in a bowl and sprinkle salt, chaat masala, and ketchup (or your preferred sauce). Garnish it with chopped coriander, and your kurkure chaat is ready to serve.

Reviewed by Certified Dietitian