18 Oct Sorghum Millet (Jowar) Chiwda
Jowar Chiwda is a light and crunchy snack made using jowar (sorghum) flakes, a healthy whole grain known for being gluten-free and rich in fiber. This traditional Indian-style mixture combines roasted jowar flakes with spices, curry leaves, green chilies, sesame seeds, and roasted gram, creating a perfect balance of taste and nutrition. Unlike regular deep-fried snacks, Jowar Chiwda is roasted with minimal oil, making it a wholesome alternative for tea-time or mid-meal cravings. Packed with iron, protein, and complex carbohydrates, it supports sustained energy levels while being gentle on digestion — an ideal choice for health-conscious snack lovers.
Ingredients
- 250 g jowar (sorghum) flakes
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp roasted gram (chana dal)
- Himalayan pink salt to taste
- 1 tsp amchur (dry mango) powder
- ½ tsp powdered sugar (optional)
- 3 green chilies, finely chopped
- 7–8 curry leaves
- 3 tsp oil
COOK TIME
25 minutes
CALORIES
190 kcal
PROTEIN
4.5 g
FIBER
3 g
CARBOHYDRATES
26 g
SERVES
5
Instructions
- Heat 2 tsp oil in a pan.
- Add sesame seeds and let them splutter.
- Add chopped green chilies and sauté briefly.
- Mix in turmeric powder, roasted gram, curry leaves, and salt.
- Sauté for a minute.
- Add jowar flakes and roast on low flame until crisp.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle amchur powder and powdered sugar (if using). Mix well.
- Store in an airtight container once completely cool.
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Notes
You can replace sorghum (Jowar) millets with any other millets.
- High in fiber – aids digestion and helps maintain fullness.
- Rich in minerals – jowar provides calcium, iron, and magnesium.
- Low glycemic index – supports stable blood sugar levels.
- Good plant protein – helps muscle repair and satiety.
- Heart-friendly fats – from sesame seeds and minimal oil use.
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