Chivda Namkeen Recipe - Roasted Poha and Peanut Chivda - चिवड़ा मूंगफली नमकीन

peanuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide similar crunch with lower calories.

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Almonds are lower in calories and walnuts are often cheaper.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: unsweetened shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: dried coconut

Unsweetened shredded coconut maintains flavor without added sugar.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Dried cranberries add tartness while apricots can be less expensive.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add mustard seeds and cook until they start to pop.

Stir in curry leaves and asafoetida; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add peanuts and cashews; fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt; mix well.

Add flattened rice and stir to coat evenly with spices.

Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

Incorporate green chilies, ginger, and lemon juice; mix thoroughly.

Add raisins and coconut flakes; cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool before serving.

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