Welcome to our kitchen! Today, we’re going to prepare a crunchy and flavorful snack – Ragi Chiwda. This snack made from ragi (finger millet) is not only delicious but also nutritious. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients

To make Ragi Chiwda, you will need:

• 1 cup Ragi (finger millet) flakes
• 1/4 cup Peanuts
• 1/4 cup Cashews
• 2 tbsp Raisins
• 2 tbsp Dry coconut slices (optional)
• 1/4 cup Curry leaves
• 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
• 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp Red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp Oil

Instructions

Step 1: Roasting Ragi Flakes

1. Dry roast ragi flakes: Heat a pan and dry roast ragi flakes until they become crisp and golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Frying Nuts and Seeds

1. Fry peanuts, cashews, and raisins: In the same pan, heat oil. Add peanuts and cashews. Fry until they turn golden brown. Add raisins and fry until they puff up. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Tempering

1. Temper spices: In the same pan, add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
2. Add curry leaves: Add curry leaves and fry until crisp.

Step 4: Assembling Ragi Chiwda

1. Combine ingredients: Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to the pan. Mix well.
2. Mix everything: Add roasted ragi flakes, fried nuts, seeds, and raisins to the pan. Mix everything well until all ingredients are coated with spices.

Step 5: Cooling and Storing

1. Cool: Allow the Ragi Chiwda to cool completely.
2. Store: Store in an airtight container once completely cooled. Enjoy as a crunchy snack!

Tips and Variations

• Spices: Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.
• Additions: You can add roasted gram dal (chana dal) or other nuts/seeds of your choice for variation.
• Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature. It stays fresh for a few weeks.

Nutritional Benefits

Ragi is rich in calcium, iron, and dietary fiber, making Ragi Chiwda a healthy alternative to store-bought snacks. It’s perfect for munching on-the-go or as a tea-time treat.