Corn Flakes Chevdo

A rectangle tray with corn flakes chivda; topped with curry leaves and cashews.

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5 from 1 vote

A savory mix of cereal, nuts and spices; Corn Flakes Chevdo is a delicious and addictive snack.

Plus, it makes a healthier version of the classic corn flakes chivda as a Diwali faral or to take along on picnics.

Prep Time0

Cook Time10

Total Time10

Course: Snack

Cuisine: Indian

Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 100kcal

Author: Smruti

Ingredients

2½ cups corn flakes
¼ cup roasted dalia
¼ cup raw peanuts
¼ cup cashews (optional)
1¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
8-10 curry leaves
2-3 dried red chili
1 teaspoon aamchur
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoon oil

Instructions

In a large pan heat oil. Once it is hot, add peanuts. Fry till the peanuts are crunchy.
3 tablespoon oil, ¼ cup raw peanuts
Then add the roasted dalia and cashews (if using).
¼ cup roasted dalia, ¼ cup cashews
Fry them on medium flame till crisp but not burnt.
Then add dried chili and fresh curry leaves. Let them crisp up.
2-3 dried red chili, 8-10 curry leaves
Then turn down the flame to minimum and add all the spices.
1¼ teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder, 1 teaspoon aamchur, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar
Mix well and then add the corn flakes.
2½ cups corn flakes
Toss them till they are coated with the spices. Then turn the flame down.
Once cool, transfer to air tight container or enjoy straight in a bowl.

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Notes

Keep all the ingredients at hand before starting the recipe. The steps are in quick succession and it is best to have them all lined up close to you.
The ingredients can burn quickly. So keep the flame at medium high throughout except when adding the spices. The spices need to be added at the lowest flame.
Add nuts and seeds like pumpkin seeds, dried coconut, raisins, cashews, almonds, cranberries etc to the chivda for great texture and taste.
Pick a cereal of your choice. Honey bunches, Cheerios, rice flakes, corn flakes, or a mix of these.
Adjust the seasoning based on how you like it. Sugar is optional, but highly recommended to balance the spice, salt and sour flavors.
Ensure that the chivda cools completely before transferring to air tight container. That way the mix does not turn soggy.

Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates using an automated calculator. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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