Chivda - Spiced Flattened Rice Snack

Ingredients

• 4 cups flattened rice
• 1 cup peanuts
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 10 leaves curry leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 whole green chili
• 1 pinch asafoetida
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and let them splutter for about 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add 10 curry leaves and 1 whole green chili (slit lengthwise) to the pan. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in 1 teaspoon of turmeric and a pinch of asafoetida, cooking for an additional 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Add 1 cup of peanuts to the pan, stirring continuously for about 3-4 minutes until they are golden brown.

6. 6

   Reduce the heat to low and add 4 cups of flattened rice, mixing thoroughly to coat with the spice mixture.

7. 7

   Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of sugar over the mixture, stirring well to combine.

8. 8

   Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even heating.

9. 9

   Remove from heat and let the chivda cool completely before serving.

10. 10

    Store in an airtight container for up to a week.