Sugar-Free Chiwada (Spicy Rice Flakes Snack)

Elevate your snacking game with this Sugar-Free Chiwada, a wholesome and spicy rice flakes snack that's perfect for guilt-free indulgence. This healthy twist on the classic Indian chiwada combines crunchy thin rice flakes (poha) with roasted peanuts, crispy curry leaves, and a medley of spices like turmeric, red chili powder, and asafoetida, creating a flavorful and aromatic treat that's entirely free of added sugar. Toasted to perfection in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make snack offers the ideal balance of spice and crunch. Whether you're enjoying it with your favorite cup of tea or as an on-the-go snack, this vegan and gluten-free recipe is the ultimate fusion of health and taste. Perfect for meal prep and long-lasting freshness, store this crowd-pleaser in an airtight container for a delicious homemade snack anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Thin rice flakes (poha)
• 0.5 cup Peanuts
• 0.5 cup Roasted chickpeas
• 15 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoons Oil

Directions

Step 1

Begin by heating a large, thick-bottomed pan or wok on medium heat.

Step 2

Add 2 tablespoons of oil into the pan. Once the oil is hot, add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.

Step 3

Add cumin seeds, followed by asafoetida, and stir briefly.

Step 4

Toss in the peanuts and roast them for about 3-4 minutes until they start to turn golden brown.

Step 5

Add the roasted chickpeas and continue to stir for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Next, add the curry leaves and sauté them till they become crisp.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.

Step 8

Add the rice flakes to the pan and gently stir to ensure they are evenly coated with the spices.

Step 9

Continue to lightly stir for about 5-7 minutes on low heat until the rice flakes become crisp and lightly toasted.

Step 10

Turn off the heat and let it cool in the pan. The rice flakes will continue to crisp up as they cool.

Step 11

Once completely cool, transfer the sugar-free chiwada to an airtight container for storage.

Step 12

Enjoy this spicy, sugar-free treat as a tea-time snack or on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(437.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1690.0

Total Fat 72.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2856.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 43.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 171.7mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 1243.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 52.5%