Chiwda is one of the snacks stored in the kitchen shelves. It is primarily made during Diwali, when a variety of snacks are prepared. Here is my version of Chiwda recipe. It is a tasty, guilt free snack.

Plain chiwda is usually made by frying flattened rice or poha. It is then mixed with spices and other condiments. But, here we are lucky enough to get the ready, roasted version of it. Thus, a guilt free snack is ready in no time.

Update : Plain chiwda is available in all outlets as half kilogram and one kilogram packets.

Snacks in the jar as avalakki, chiwda and  murmura are always seen in the kitchen shelves. Along with it comes other snacks as chakli, nippattu and kodbole which are loved by all but not made often.

Chiwda makes a good snack with tea. It is ideal to serve with breakfast as an accompaniment. An easy to make, quick snack is more than welcome here. Check out the recipe.

Can we store chiwda ?

Yes, chiwda can be stored for a long time. Keep it in a clean, air-tight container.

Is it a festive snack ?

Yes, it is mostly made during Diwali.

What goes in the chiwda ?

• Chiwda : It is the star ingredient. You can use the store bought chiwda or fry the rice flakes in oil  and use them. Using the store bought is easier and healthier. Just clean it once and use it.
• Oil : Use good quality oil.
• Sesame seed : Use the white sesame seed.
• Cumin : A dash of cumin elevates the taste.
• Turmeric powder : A dash of turmeric in the seasoning gives a good colour. It also has anti-bacterial properties.
• Dry coconut : Cut them into thin and small pieces.
• Curry leaves : Cooking seems to be incomplete without the humble curry leaves.
• Red chillies : Throw in one or two in the seasoning.
• Asafoetida: Sprinkle a little bit of asafoetida for that nice aroma.
• Dry fruits: Cashew pieces and raisins are usually dded. You may add almond pieces too.
• Ground nut and dalia: For that crunchy taste in between.
• Chilli powder : To give a spicy taste to the dish.

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How to make chiwda

Chiwda is a delectable snack to binge on. It is usually made during festivals as Diwali and Holi. 

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 19 minutes mins

Total Time 29 minutes mins

Course: Snack

Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1/2 kilogram plain chiwda
• 1/2 cup ground nuts
• 1/2 cup split dahlia
• 8 cashewnuts
• 15 raisins
• 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon sesame
• 1 teaspoon chilly powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• salt to taste
• curry leaves
• oil for frying and roasting

Method

 

1. Take oil in a pan. Deep fry the groundnuts. Remove them and keep aside.
2. Similarly, fry the split dahlia, cashew nuts, raisins and curry leaves seperately.
3. Take two tablespoon of that oil and make the seasoning. Add mustard seeds, as it splutters, put cumin and sesame. Add asafoetida and turmeric. A few seconds later, add chilly powder, salt and sugar.
4. Mix well. Put the fried ingredients into it. Add the plain chiwda and mix well.
5. Heat it for a few minutes. Tasty chiwda is ready to binge.

Notes

To make chiwda, take flattened rice (poha or aval) and deep fry in oil. Do not make it brown in colour.

About the event :

An old post was updated today31/8/2025 with better pictures. Sending this to Foodies_Redoing Old Post_159. Here, I have changed both the text and the pictures, a lot of changes has been made in the post. The recipe remains the same.

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