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khakhra chivda recipe | instant khakhra chivdo | healthy khakhra chivda jar snack | with 27 amazing images.

khakhra chivda recipe | instant khakhra chivdo | healthy khakhra chivda jar snack is a healthy jar snack as compared to deep fried snacks. Learn how to make instant khakhra chivdo.

To make khakhra chivda, heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds. When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida, roasted chana dal and raw peanuts, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 1 to 2 minutes or till the the chana dal and peanuts turn light brown in colour, while stirring occasionally. Add the curry leaves, turmeric powder and chilli powder, mix well and cook on a slow flame for a few seconds. Add the khakhra and little salt, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously. Cool completely and serve or store in an air-tight container and use as required.

This simple instant khakhra chivdo can be made in a jiffy with readymade khakhra, and is a smart way to outwit sudden hunger pangs without reaching out for junk food! You can carry this chivda in an airtight container to munch on whenever you are hungry.

Tossed together with peanuts, daria and other crunchy stuff, this healthy khakhra chivda jar snack has a very exciting mouth-feel. A couple of masalas add to the flavour making it an absolutely awesome treat. To boost its nutrition quotient, we have avoided using sugar, which is usually added to chivdas, and we also suggest you use plain oil-free khakhra to make this snack to ensure that it is totally healthy.

If you like this khakhra chivda, also try other snacks like baked methi muthias and nachni pancakes.

Tips for khakhra chivda. 1. Store khakhra chivda in an airtight container for upto 7 days. 2. Remember to cool the chivda completely before storing as slight warmth might make the chivda soggy. 3. Add some finely chopped onions, tomatoes and coriander to this chivda and enjoy it as a healthy bhel.

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Khakhra Chivda, Instant Khakhra Chivdo recipe - How to make Khakhra Chivda, Instant Khakhra Chivdo

Preparation Time

5 Mins

Cooking Time

5 Mins

Total Time

10 Mins

Makes

2 cups

Ingredients

Method

For khakhra chivda
 

  1. To make khakhra chivda, heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds.
  2. When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida, roasted chana dal and raw peanuts, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 1 to 2 minutes or till the the chana dal and peanuts turn light brown in colour, while stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the curry leaves, turmeric powder and chilli powder, mix well and cook on a slow flame for a few seconds.
  4. Add the khakhra and little salt, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously.
  5. Cool the khakhra chivda completely and serve or store in an air-tight container and use as required.

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like khakhra chivda

 

    1. like khakhra chivda recipe | instant khakhra chivdo | healthy khakhra chivda jar snack | then see our  collection of Khakhras recipes. Below are some of my personal favorite khakhra recipes:  
    2. Khakhra are popular Gujarati dry snacks. They are thin, crispy and generally healthy as they are roasted on the tava without the use of fat or just minimal fat. The khakhra dough can be made with a myriad of flour, leafy greens, spices and condiments. You can make them in quantity and stored in a container. Also, they stay fresh for a long time and can be carried along. Infact, they are a perfect travel food too. 
what is khakhra chivda made off?

 

    1. what is khakhra chivda made off? instant khakhra chivdo is made from 2 cups coarsely crushed khakhra (readymade), 2 tsp oil, 1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson), 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing), 1/4 cup roasted chana dal (daria), 1/4 cup raw peanuts, 4 curry leaves (kadi patta), 1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi), 1/2 tsp chilli powder and salt. See below image of list of ingredients for khakhra chivda.
making whole wheat khakhra

 

    1. To make the dough for whole wheat Khakhra | Gujarati whole wheat khakhra | healthy whole wheat Khakhra, take a deep bowl and put 1 cup whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta) into it. 
    2. Add salt to taste to taste. 
    3. Add 1 tbsp oil to condition the dough. 
    4. Add about 1/2 cup of water. You may require more water depending uopn the quality of the flour. 
    5. Allow the Khakhras to cool completely and store them in an air-tight container.  See complete recipe on how to make khakhra. NOTE you will require all the khakhras ( 6 to 7) to make 2 cups crushed khakhra.
making Khakra chivda

 

    1. To make khakhra chivda recipe | instant khakhra chivdo | healthy khakhra chivda jar snack | heat 2 tsp oil in a deep non-stick pan.
    2. Add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson).
    3. Let the seeds crackle.
    4. Add 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing).
    5. Add 1/4 cup roasted chana dal (daria).
    6. Add 1/4 cup raw peanuts. You can use shelled or unshelled raw peanuts.
    7. Mix well.
    8. Cook on a slow flame for 1 to 2 minutes or till the the chana dal and peanuts turn light brown in colour, while stirring occasionally.
    9. Add curry leaves (kadi patta).
    10. Add 1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
    11. Add 1/2 tsp chilli powder.
    12. Mix well.
    13. Cook on a slow flame for a few seconds.
    14. Add the khakhra.
    15. Add salt.
    16. Mix well.
    17. Cook on a slow flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously.
    18. Cool khakhra chivda | instant khakhra chivdo | healthy khakhra chivda jar snack | completely and serve.
tips for khakhra chivda

 

    1. Store khakhra chivda in an airtight container for  upto 7 days.
    2. Remember to cool the chivda completely before storing as slight warmth might make the chivda soggy. 
    3. Add some finely chopped onions, tomatoes and coriander to this chivda and enjoy it as a healthy bhel. 
health benefits of healthy khakhra chivda

 

    1. Healthy Khakhra Chivda - a substitute to non-fried snacks. 
    2. Plain whole wheat khakhra without ghee are a healthier choice than ghee laden khakhra.
    3. Peanuts have good fats which give you more energy and keep you full for a longer time resulting in weight loss.
    4. 1/2 cup of chivda is a suggested serving size.
    5. Healthy individuals to health consciuos and those suffering from diabetes, heart disease and obesity can enjoy this healthy chivda. 
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per cup
Energy200 cal
Protein7.3 g
Carbohydrates30.1 g
Fiber3 g
Fat7.9 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Sodium14.5 mg

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Nisha

March 13, 2025, midnight

A good variation to plain khakhras. Not time consuming and very simple and sure to be loved by all.

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rewa

March 13, 2025, midnight

Please share recipe of Khakhra and Oil Free Khakras.

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Tarla Dalal

March 13, 2025, midnight

Rewa, here is the recipe. https://www.tarladalal.com/Khakhra-(-Whole-Wheat)-35900r

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