Jwarichya Lahyancha Chivda Recipe – Maharashtrian Style Popped Jowar Chivda

Ingredients

• 2 cups Jowar Seeds popped
• 1/4 cup Roasted Peanuts (Moongphali)
• 2 tablespoon Oil adjustable
• 1 tablespoon Mustard seeds (Rai/ Kadugu)
• 1 tablespoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
• 12 Curry leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon Maharashtrian Goda Masala optional
• 1/2 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 1 teaspoon Sugar powdered
• 1/2 tablespoon Red Chilli powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
• Salt to taste

Steps

1. To begin making the Javarichya Lahyancha Chivda, first, heat oil in a heavy bottom Wok/Kadai.
2. Add the mustard seeds, curry leaves and once they crackle add the cumin seeds, once the cumin seeds sizzle, add the asafoetida, and groundnuts. Cook for a few minutes till the groundnuts are fried well.
3. Turn off the flame and add the red chilli powder, turmeric powder, Maharashtrian goda masala, sugar, and salt.
4. Mix and add the popped jowar, until grains are well coated.
5. Cool and store in an airtight container.
6. This addictive chivda is a great accompaniment to your cup of Masala Chai Recipe – Indian Spiced Tea or coffee or is a great munching snack to satisfy kids hunger pangs.
7. Serve Javarichya Lahyancha Chivda as it is or topped with chopped onion, tomato, coriander leaves and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.