By Suprita Mitter
October 11, 2024
Navratri is a nine-day Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil, honoring the goddess Durga in her nine forms. The fun part of the celebrations is when friends and families meet. Get ready for the festivities with these traditional snacks that are easy to make at home.
Chakli is a spiral-shaped, crunchy snack made from rice flour, besan, and spices. The crisp and golden snack is a great addition to festive platters.
Mathri is a flaky, savoury biscuit that’s easy to make and perfect for festive occasions. The snack is made with all-purpose flour, ghee, ajwain, and carom seeds.
Namak Pare are savoury, spiced crackers made from flour and ghee. These crackers are a perfect accompaniment to tea and add a crunchy texture to your festive spread.
Kurmura chivda is made with puffed rice (kurmura), which is toasted with a blend of spices, peanuts, and sometimes dried coconut. It is lighter than other types of chivda.
Besan chivda uses besan or gram flour as a key ingredient, which is mixed with puffed rice or sev. The besan is seasoned with spices and then roasted or fried.
In methi chivda, fenugreek leaves (methi) are dried and added to the mix of puffed rice or poha. This version often includes spices like coriander and cumin, giving it a slightly bitter and aromatic flavour profile.