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Poha Chivda

Poha Chivda

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Poha Chivda is a majestic and profoundly crunchy Maharashtrian heritage snack, uniquely celebrated for its thin flattened rice profile. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of roasted thin poha tossed with peanuts, coconut, and a signature spice tempering to achieve a professional-grade light and non-greasy consistency. Known for its world-famous association with Diwali festivities and status as a mandatory daily snack in traditional high-end regional households, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Crisp-Gourmet' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and savory-tangy, with the green chilies providing a unique professional-grade zesty lift. Best enjoyed at room temperature with tea. A mandatory choice for the refined regional snack seekers.

Poha Chivda Recipe
Roasted Flattened Rice Snack
Low Calorie Indian Snack
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Healthy Tea Time Snack
Savory Poha Mixture
Crispy Roasted Chivda
Homemade Namkeen
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings10 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

4 cups Thin Poha (Flattened rice)
1/2 cup Peanuts
1/4 cup Roasted gram dal (Daliya)
1/4 cup Dry coconut slices
1 tsp Mustard seeds
1/4 tsp Hing
1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
4 Green chilies, chopped
15 Curry leaves
3 tbsp Oil
Salt and Sugar to taste
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Roasting the poha until it curves slightly is mandatory for achieving the most authentic crunch.
  • Ensuring the peanuts are fried separately provides the absolute secret to achieving superior uniform browning.
  • The addition of a little bit of citric acid provide the essential tangy lift.
  • Always toss the chivda gently to ensure the signature delicate flakes are preserved.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (50g))

Calories

140 kcal

Protein

3g

Fat

6g

Carbs

22g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.