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Chivda- Savory cereal snack, with dried fruits, Roasted sprouted chickpeas. vegan, glutenfree, nutfree option

June 6, 2012 By Richa 33 Comments

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Chivda, is a generic name for a savory snack made with fried or shallow fried puffed or flattened rice (murmura, Poha). a savory Granola/trail mix if you will. Jump to Recipe   

It is spiced with green or red chili, has nuts and dried fruits, sometimes has combinations of fried chickpea flour noodles(thin or thick Sev) or potato noodles(Aloo bhujia) and sometimes made sweet and salty. There are several varieties and names for the snack depending on the region in India. It is a fun option for a craving between meals to just munch on something. We Indians crave spice and salt more than sweet.:)

 
 
Most items in the Chivda are usually fried, and it becomes a somewhat unhealthy option. This one is roasted on the stove top with minimal oil and makes for a healthyier and very flexible chivda recipe.
 
We usually make the version with enough added nuts. The balance of some crunchy rice krispies/puffed rice and nuts let you munch on it, without over dosing on nuts.
If you would like to avoid nuts, replace the nuts with roasted chickpeas or red Lentils. Most pictures are with the Roasted sprouted Chickpeas. I usually sprout the chickpeas or red lentils, Toss them in a little oil and bake them at 330 degrees F in one layer, until almost crunchy. To sprout beans. lentils, seeds, see Healthful Pursuits Sprouting tutorial here.
 
You can add Roasted garam masala chickpeas, which are cooked chickpeas roasted with spices as well. The great thing about sprouting the chickpeas or any beans or lentils, is that you dont have to cook them before roasting. I am currently loving red lentils this way coz they add a smaller crunch.
 
 
You can add any seeds, grain flakes or other things you would normally add to a granola.
Variations:
Add multigrain cereal flakes, puffed amaranth, Oats, grain flakes
Add nuts of choice, (mom loves peanuts)
Add large Coconut flakes,
Add seeds – sunflower, pumpkin , watermelon, sesame.
 
Fore more Savory snack and Breakfast options see here.
 
This one below has Almond slivers, Walnuts and Cashews.
 
 
Chivda served in a small bowl on a dark work surface
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Chivda

Chivda, is a generic name for a savory snack made with fried or shallow fried puffed or flattened rice (murmura, Poha). a savory Granola/trail mix if you will. 
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time15 mins
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Indian, Vegan
Keyword: easy indian recipe, trail mix, vegan snack
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 134kcal
Author: Vegan Richa

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon organic canola oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) mustard seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) fennel seeds Optional
  • 1 green chili pepper chopped
  • 8-10 (8 ) curry leaves chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon raw sugar or powdered Jaggery Optional
  • 1 cup (140 g) loaded Puffed rice
  • 1 cup (190 g) loaded brown rice krispies
  • 1/4 cup (36.25 g) each of raisins, dried cranberries or other dried fruit
  • 1/2 cup (82 g) Roasted sprouted chickpeas or roasted sprouted red lentils or Nuts of choice
  • 2 Tablespoons dry watermelon seeds- Magaj Or sunflower seeds
  • 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup (48 g) roasted chana dal-dalia you can find this in indian store(Optional)

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a wide pan over medium high heat. Add mustard seeds when hot
  • As mustard seeds crackle, add green chili, and curry leaves. (Cover the pan immediately for few seconds to not get splattered by hot oil when you add the curry leaves) You can substitute finely chopped cilantro for curry leaves too. Let the cilantro become completely crisp before the next step.
  • Lower the heat to medium low.
  • Add raisins, cranberries (and nuts- about 1 cup, and chana daal, if using) and keep stirring for 30 seconds.
  • Add fennel seeds, Roasted chickpeas or lentils, watermelon/sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, salt and turmeric. Mix well for a few seconds.
  • Add the rise krispies, puffed rice. Mix well until the turmeric color is well distributed(about a minute).
  • Take off heat. Add sugar if using, a 1/4 tsp chili powder for spice, taste and adjust salt, mix well and let cool before serving or storing in an airtight container for a few weeks.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one serving

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Chivda
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 185mg8%
Potassium 116mg3%
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 270IU5%
Vitamin C 23.1mg28%
Calcium 33mg3%
Iron 2.5mg14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
 
Make a fun chaat salad with this mix. Toss in some chopped onion, tomato, boiled potatoes, boiled chickpeas(black chickpeas work best), Chutneys(tamarind or cilantro), and chaat masala!
 
 
This crunchy snack is being shared at Hearth and soul blog hop, Slightly indulgent Tuesdays, Allergy Free Wednesdays, Glutenfree Wednesdays, Ricki’s wellness weekends.
 
 
I need someone to design me a cute logo for “Hobby and More” and for “Vegan Chutney“(Stay tuned for the launch!) If you would like to donate your expertise, please ping me!
 

Filed Under: gluten free, indian snacks, snack Tagged With: chickpeas, salty, vegan



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  1. Caitlin says

    June 6, 2012 at 10:56 pm

    savory cereal? that sounds awesome! i wish i could make this right now, it would totally hit the spot!

    and did i miss something? what is vegan chutney?

    Reply
    • Richa says

      June 7, 2012 at 12:35 am

      We ate several versions while growing up:) with some more additions and changes in cooking style, they end up being a healthy snack option!
      sneak a peak at veganchutney.com . will hopefully finish up a couple more things on it in a week 🙂

      Reply
    • Caitlin says

      June 7, 2012 at 2:03 am

      wow! is it like a tumblr page of all your food? or kind of like foodgawker but only for vegan indian food? looks AWESOME!

      Reply
    • Richa says

      June 7, 2012 at 2:11 am

      Its foodgawker of all indian vegan food. I am working on the look and adding options and stuff. hopefully will help people find more indian vegan options. A lot of indian food is already vegan, also naturally glutenfree, but never categorized so on many blogs and sites.

      Reply
    • Caitlin says

      June 7, 2012 at 2:41 pm

      what a fantastic idea, richa!

      i reeeeeeeeally need to get my butt into gear and start making indian food, particularly all of you recipes.

      could you make me a list of spices/herbs i should get that you use for the majority of your recipes? i think i get overwhelmed and don’t know what to get!

      Reply
    • Srimathi says

      June 7, 2012 at 3:45 pm

      A staple in my house for snack while growing up. Its very healthy.

      Reply
    • Richa says

      June 7, 2012 at 4:52 pm

      ooh i have to send you a starter kit.. it went on the backburner with the fundraiser. I am making one today and sending it out. i dont have tiny spice boxes.. so i am just packing in whatever i can find:)

      heres is vaishalis pantry list http://www.holycowvegan.net/p/indian-vegan-pantry.html . she has marked the more important ones in bold. I’ll send you the dry stuff which will reach by monday. you can pick up the veggies and start cooking!:)

      Reply
  2. Erin says

    June 7, 2012 at 3:28 am

    I never would have thought to use roasted chickpeas! What a splendid idea! Thanks for sharing. =)

    Reply
    • Richa says

      June 7, 2012 at 4:48 pm

      Thanks Erins!:)

      Reply
  3. glutenfreehappytummy.com says

    June 7, 2012 at 3:58 am

    yum! that looks delicious! right up my alley! thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  4. anne says

    June 7, 2012 at 1:41 pm

    This savory snacks sounds and looks awesome ! Just love everything in there !

    Reply
  5. Spice up the Curry says

    June 7, 2012 at 2:19 pm

    this snack looks just awesome. i love it

    Reply
  6. Leanne @ Healthful Pursuit says

    June 7, 2012 at 4:04 pm

    I’ve got to be that person that asks a silly question… what’s the difference between this and jhal muri? My gosh I fell in love with jhal muri in India. I could eat that stuff like it was going out of STYLE. Wow.

    Reply
    • Richa says

      June 7, 2012 at 4:48 pm

      Leanne, Jhal mudi is more like a fresh Chaat salad. Depending on the region it can be Tossed with chaat masala and dried sev and nuts, or also onions, tomatoes, boiled potatoes, boiled peanuts(i love boiled peanuts), tamarind chutney or other chutneys. Its usually mixed in fresh when you order. 🙂
      This is a roasted snack which can stored, and you can use this to make jhal mudi as well. just add some lemon juice, salt pepper, onions, tomatoes and cilantro!

      Reply
  7. Kristy says

    June 7, 2012 at 6:35 pm

    I am a total grazer so I think I could pretty much LIVE on this stuff! I love the various textures and will satisfy my salty afternoon cravings in a way that a handful of nuts just can’t.

    I am sooooooo excited for vegan chutney (I saw your comment above to Caitlin)! It looks pretty dang amazing already!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      June 7, 2012 at 11:42 pm

      Thanks Kristy! I think thats why people back home created this snack for kids who keep munching:)
      Thank you so much! Hopefully will be able to straighten out some kinks soon!

      Reply
  8. Lubna Karim says

    June 7, 2012 at 7:09 pm

    Perfect snack to munch on……love the ingredients used in this….

    Reply
    • Richa says

      June 7, 2012 at 11:43 pm

      Thank you Lubna. It sure is!

      Reply
  9. Willow says

    June 7, 2012 at 9:03 pm

    Yum! I’ve never had actual chivda before (though have tried things like it) but it sounds wonderful. I love a nice salty, spicy snack, and this sounds like a great healthy option!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      June 7, 2012 at 11:44 pm

      Thanks Willow. It is like a moderately healthy snack, which also controls the hunger pangs and over consumption of sweet or nuts:)

      Reply
  10. Subhie Arun says

    June 8, 2012 at 11:26 am

    yummy..i’ve neva had chivda before..new to me….thanx for sharing this wonderful recipe….frst time ur blog..loved most of recipes..glad to follow u!

    visit me,
    http://subhieskitchen.blogspot.co.uk/

    Reply
    • Richa says

      June 8, 2012 at 5:17 pm

      Thank you Subhi! i will surely drop by.

      Reply
  11. Cara says

    June 8, 2012 at 3:42 pm

    I am wishing I was Indian… for reals though 🙂 I want the “Crave salty over sweets” palate. Damn my American roots. ha. I’m with Caitlin on this one, what a FANTASTIC idea, Richa!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      June 8, 2012 at 5:19 pm

      haha. you dont have to be indian to change your taste buds. if u kee eating enough of these kind of snacks your taste buds will change. sugar and salt are both similar crave creating tastes:)
      Thank ya. i just wanted it to be easier to find indian vegan recipes:)

      Reply
  12. Sunday Morning Banana Pancakes says

    June 8, 2012 at 4:07 pm

    I love all the flavors, textures & colors in this snack, I have never seen anything like it! Roasted Chickpeas sound like they would be an amazing addition to this snack….vegan chutney sounds like an AMAZING idea Richa – brilliant!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      June 8, 2012 at 5:20 pm

      usually we add a whole lot of nuts for the protein.The chickpeas are a great sub for somone who cannot eat nuts. just a simple salty graze-able snack!
      Thanks Heather! Hopefully you all will be able to try out more indian food now;)

      Reply
  13. Swathi Iyer says

    June 11, 2012 at 2:52 am

    Your chivda look delicious. full of goodness. Thanks for sharing with Hearth and Soul blog hop.

    Reply
  14. Hannah says

    June 11, 2012 at 10:26 am

    This is so brilliant! I need more savoury snack recipes 🙂

    Reply
  15. Richgail @AstigVegan says

    June 11, 2012 at 6:27 pm

    Wow! I’ve never seen anything like this before. Very intriguing!

    Reply

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