Chiwda - Beaten rice flakes(known as 'Patal Pohe' in Marathi, puffed rice (Also known as 'Kurmure/Churmure' in Marathi) mixed with slight spices added dry fruits as per choice and a simple tempering . This is easy to prepare and has a nice shelf life if stored in air tight containers. A favourite snack for children and adults alike , it is also easy to carry for travel etc. Chiwda is typically one of the snacks prepared during Diwali time. However the ones made during Diwali are a little elaborate. This recipe is simple and can be done in a jiffy . So now on have homemade 'Chiwda' whenever you get the craving , Enjoy .
INGREDIENTS :
Patal Poha (Beaten rice flakes) 400 gms
Kumure/Churmure (Puffed rice flakes) 250 gms
Sugar 2-3 tsp
Red chilli powder 3 tsp (Adjust as per taste)
Mustard seeds 1 - 2 tsp
cumin seeds 1 tsp
hing powder 1/2 tsp
turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
Oil 1 Bowl (Medium sized)
Peanuts 1 small bowl
Cashew nuts 1 1 small bowl
METHOD :
1. In a kadai/wok, roast the poha till it is nice and crisp. Roast the puffed rice till crisp and keep it aside in a plate.
2. To the roasted Poha n kurmure mix , add Salt, Red chilli powder and sugar and mix well.
3. You can use the same kadai to heat the Oil.
4. Fry the peanuts in the oil on low flame till Brown and crisp. Add the to the Poha /kurmure mix.
5, Fry the cashew nuts in the Oil on low flame till Brown and crisp. Add the to the Poha/kurmure mix.
6. In the remaining oil ,make a 'Phodani' or 'tadka' of Cumin seeds, Mustard seeds, Hing powder and turmeric powder
7. Turn off the gas else the Turmeric powder will burn.
8. Pour this 'Phodani/tadka' over the 'Poha/kurmure' and Mix well .
9. Instant Spicy Chiwda is ready.
10 Can be enjoyed with Finely chopped onion and a dash of lemon juice.
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