Jowar Khichu ( Non- Fried Snacks )

by Tarla Dalal

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Jowar khichu, a traditional jowar flour snack flavoured with spices and garlic. If you wish to make this recipe ahead of time, remember to sprinkle a little water before reheating it in the microwave. Sesame seeds add crunch, while garlic and curds enhance the khichu’s flavour. Soda bi carb makes it softer, but ensure you add the suggested amount or it can turn into a disaster.

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Preparation Time: 5 mins
Cooking Time: 10 mins
Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients

1 tsp ginger-green chilli paste
1 tsp grated garlic (lehsun)
1 tsp sesame seeds (til)
2 tsp fresh curds (dahi) beaten
a pinch of soda bi-carb
salt to taste
1 cup jowar (white millet) flour
oil for serving (optional)

For The Garnish
1 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)

Method

Put 1½ cups of water in a deep non-stick pan, add the ginger-green chilli paste, garlic, sesame seeds, curds, soda bi-carb and salt, mix well and boil on a high flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the jowar flour and mix well, while stirring continuously with a wooden spoon so that no lumps remain.
Cover and cook on a slow flame for another 5 to 7 minutes or till the mixture leaves the sides of the pan, stirring once in between.
Divide the khichu into 4 equal portions and put o1 portion (while hot) into a greased cup or any other mould and press it well using your fingers.
Demould the khichu on a serving plate. Serve immediately garnished with coriander.