Recipe- Perfect Tea Time Snack Poha Chivda

Poha Chivda is a popular Indian snack that is made using flattened rice (poha), nuts, and spices. It is a crunchy and savory snack that is typically enjoyed with a hot cup of tea. Poha chivda is a quick and easy snack to prepare and is perfect for those who are looking for a light and healthy snack option. It can also be customized by adding various nuts, spices, and herbs to suit your taste preferences. Poha chivda is a great option for those who are looking for a gluten-free and vegan snack.

Ingredients

2 cups thin flattened rice (poha)
1/2 cup raw peanuts
1/4 cup roasted chana dal (split chickpeas)
10-12 curry leaves
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 dried red chilies
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
1 tablespoon oil
Salt to taste
Sugar to taste

Method

- In a large mixing bowl, rinse the poha in running water for a few seconds. Drain the water completely and let the poha sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes soft and moist.

- Heat the oil in a large pan on medium heat. Once hot, add the peanuts and roast them until golden brown. Remove the peanuts from the pan and keep them aside.

- In the same pan, add the chana dal and roast it until golden brown. Remove the chana dal from the pan and keep it aside.

- Add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chilies, and curry leaves to the same pan and let them crackle for a few seconds.

- Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to the pan and mix well.

- Add the soaked and drained poha to the pan and mix well to coat the poha with the spice mixture. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.

- Add the roasted peanuts and chana dal to the pan and mix well.

- Turn off the heat and let the poha chivda cool down completely.

- Add sugar to taste and mix well.

- Store the poha chivda in an airtight container and it will stay fresh for up to 1-2 weeks.