Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 pinch

Turmeric powder

0.75 cup

Instant Oats

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tsp

Sugar

0.5 unit

Green Chilli

slit

0.25 cup

Green Moong Sprouts

0.25 cup

Raw Peanuts

1 unit

Dry Red Chilli

broken

1 tbsp

Flax seeds

1 pinch

Red Chilli powder

1 pinch

Cumin seeds

1.5 tsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 cup

Poha

flattened rice

Step 1
~5 min

Heat a skillet on medium heat and dry roast oats until golden brown (3-5 minutes).

Step 2
~5 min

Transfer oats to a bowl and let cool.

Step 3
~5 min

Roast poha in the same pan for 5 minutes and add to the bowl with oats.

Step 4
~5 min

Heat olive oil in a deep frying pan.

Step 5
~5 min

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; let mustard seeds crackle.

Step 6
~5 min

Add peanuts and broken red chilies.

Step 7
~5 min

Fry peanuts until golden.

Step 8
~5 min

Add slit green chilies and cook until peanuts are well roasted.

Step 9
~5 min

Turn off the heat.

Step 10
~5 min

Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, and sugar.

Step 11
~5 min

Mix well.

Step 12
~5 min

Add the poha and oats to the pan.

Step 13
~5 min

Mix everything together.

Step 14
~5 min

Add sprouts.

Step 15
~5 min

Mix well.

Step 16
~5 min

Let the oats chivda cool completely.

Step 17
~5 min

Sprinkle flax seeds and serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Step 18
~5 min

Serve during tea time.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the oats and poha separately for even cooking.

Adjust the spices according to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (spicy and nutty)
Noise Level
Low (some crackling of mustard seeds)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tea or coffee.

Enjoy as an evening snack.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Masala Chai
Lemonade

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

A popular snack in India, often made during festivals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Tea Time
Evening Snack
Festivals

Popularity Score

75/100

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