Recipe: Chivda

Kemcho? Maja ma! Lovingly made with best quality ingredients, this savoury product is recommended for scrumptious snacking.

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1. Heat a deep non-stick pan and dry roast 3 cups poha / thin beaten rice on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously or till crisp. keep aside.

2. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a deep non-stick pan. add 1 tsp mustard seeds and 4-6 curry leaves.

3. Once the seeds crackle add 1/4 cup raw peanuts, 1/4 cup roasted chana dal and 2 tbsp cashew nut halves. mix well and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes or till they turn light brown in colour.

4. Add 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, mix well and sauté on a medium flame for 30 seconds.

5. Then add the roasted poha / thin beaten rice, 1 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tbsp powdered sugar and salt to taste. mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring continuously. keep aside to cool completely.

6. Store in an air-tight container and use as required.