Murmura Chivda Recipe

Murmura Chivda is a savoury snack made by tempering peanuts, fried grams with spices and tossing it with puffed rice. It has spicy, salty and slightly sweet taste which makes it very addictive to eat. It's popular as a quick homemade snack because it takes less time and ingredients are very simple.

It is prepared for evening tea time snack or when there is sudden craving for something crunchy. It feels lighter than many deep fried snacks but still very satisfying to eat. It can also be stored in container and eaten anytime during the day. Because it stays crisp for long time, it is good snack to keep ready at home.

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• About Murmura Chivda
• Murmura Chivda Ingredients
• How to make Curry Masala Powder Step by Step
• Expert Tips
• Serving and Storage
• FAQS
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About Murmura Chivda

Murmura Chivda is a simple guilt free snack with puffed rice also called murmura or pori. The puffed rice gets tossed with fried peanuts, roasted gram, nuts and spices. This mixture make a crunchy snack with different textures and flavorus together. It is commonly prepared in many homes since the ingredients are easily available.

This has a crisp and airy texture because puffed rice itself is very light. Also the fried peanuts, almonds and coconut pieces gives good crunch in each bite. Raisins add mild sweetness while spices bring heat and strong flavor. Each ingredient adds different bite which makes the snack more interesting.

This recipe has its flavour from the chilli powder, turmeric and fried curry leaves. All the ingredients together coat the puffed rice well and brings balanced taste. It does not need complicated cooking and everything comes together fast. The spices spread evenly when tossed properly while warm.

I usually make this when I need quick snack at home. After cooling I store Murmura Chivda in container so it stays crisp for later use. It is also easy to pack in a small box for travel or tea time snack.

Murmura Chivda Ingredients

• Puffed rice - I used for the light crispy texture which makes the snack enjoyable to eat. If puffed rice feels soft you can dry roast it in pan for few minutes to bring back its crispness.
• Peanuts - I just added for crunch and flavor, you can add in more peanuts if you like peanut flavor.
• Fried gram dal - I used for extra crunch in the mixture. It gives mild nutty taste and blends easily with puffed rice. If it is not available you can increase peanuts instead.
• Raisins - I added to bring slight sweetness in the mixture, they puff up when fried and taste good with spicy ingredients. 
• Almonds - I chopped and added for crunch and flavor. You can replace it with cashews.
• Coconut - I added small pieces, It turn golden and crisp while frying, adds light coconut flavor and extra texture. 
• Curry leaves - I added for aroma and flavor, they become crisp when fried and add that traditional taste.
• Green chillies - I slit and add it for spice and fresh flavour. It gives sharp spice taste through the mixture.
• Chilli powder - I have used for spice and color. It coats puffed rice evenly and gives stronger flavor.
• Turmeric powder - I added mainly for color in the snack. It also gives mild earthy taste in the mixture.
• Sugar - I added small amount which is optional. It just balances spicy and salty flavour.
• Oil - I used for frying, It helps release the flavor of the ingredients and coats the puffed rice nicely.

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How to make Curry Masala Powder Step by Step

1.Get ready with all your ingredients. First heat oil and add peanuts and fry until crisp, remove and set aside. Now add fried gram dal and fry until golden, remove and set aside.

2.Add chopped almonds, fry until golden, remove and set aside. Now add raisins and fry until it bubbles up and golden, remove and set aside. Fry coconut pieces.

3.Fry until golden brown, remove and set aside. Now add green chillies and curry leaves and fry until crispy. Now add all other ingredients to the pan and toss them well.

4.Add the spice powder along with salt and sugar. Toss it well for even mixing.

5.Now add puffed rice, toss it well.Switch off. Cool down then store in airtight container.

Serve with tea!

Expert Tips

• Roasting - I always check puffed rice before using it. If it feels soft I roast it in pan for few minutes so it becomes crisp again.
• Frying ingredients - I fry the peanuts, raisins and nuts in oil. It helps ingredients cook and release its full flavour.
• Adjust spice - I add extra chillies for spicier taste. If making for children reduce chilli powder and green chillies.
• Mixing - I just mix the fried ingredients well with puffed rice. This helps spices coat puffed rice more evenly.
• Cooling - I cool the mix completely before storing. If stored while warm it loses the crisp texture.

Serving and Storage

Serve this with hot tea or coffee as crunchy snack. It also works well as quick snack during evening or when you want something light to munch. Store in airtight container after it cools completely. It stays crisp for few days when kept covered properly.

FAQS

1.Can I add cashews?

Yes you can replace almonds with cashews in Murmura Chivda. 

2.Can I skip raisins?

Yes you can skip raisins you don't like or doesn't want sweetness. 

3.Can I reduce the spice level?

Yes you can reduce chilli powder and green chillies. This makes Murmura Chivda milder in taste.

4.Why did puffed rice become soft?

Puffed rice becomes soft if it absorbs moisture from air. Roasting it in pan helps bring back crisp texture again.

5.How long Murmura Chivda stays fresh?

When stored in airtight container it usually stays crisp for about four to five days. Always keep container tightly closed after using.

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