Nut-Free Chivda
Brighten your snack time with this irresistible Nut-Free Chivda, a crunchy and flavorful Indian snack blend that's perfect for everyone, including those with nut allergies! Packed with puffed rice, flattened rice (poha), and crispy cornflakes, this recipe combines textures beautifully while drawing its bold flavors from aromatic spices like mustard seeds, asafoetida, turmeric, and curry leaves. Sweet raisins and golden chana dal add delightful pops of sweetness and crunch to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this homemade chivda is an easy-to-make treat that’s both healthy and versatile. Perfect for snacking on the go, serving to guests, or pairing with tea, this nut-free chivda recipe is a pantry-friendly favorite you'll keep coming back to.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Puffed rice
- 1 cup Flattened rice (Poha)
- 1 cup Cornflakes
- 0.25 cup Chana dal (split chickpeas)
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (Hing)
- 1 finely chopped Green chili
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 2 broken into pieces Dried red chili
Instructions
In a large pan or wok, heat the oil over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add mustard seeds and let them crackle.
Add cumin seeds and allow them to sizzle for a few seconds.
Stir in the asafoetida and curry leaves, and sauté for a moment.
Add the chopped green chili, chana dal, and dried red chili pieces, and sauté until the chana dal turns golden brown.
Mix in turmeric powder and stir well to combine with the spices.
Add the flattened rice (poha) and cornflakes to the pan, stirring continuously until they become crispy.
Add puffed rice and stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle in the sugar and salt, mixing thoroughly for even seasoning.
Stir in the raisins, allowing them to plump slightly with the heat.
Continue to stir for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly mixed and heated through.
Remove the pan from heat and let the chivda cool completely before serving.
Store in an airtight container for freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2670 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.3 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 1230 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
