Sabudana Mixture | Sabudana Chivda 

Sabudana mixture, also known as sabudana chivda, is a popular snack in India made from sabudana, which is also known as tapioca pearls or sago. Sabudana is a type of starch extracted from the roots of the Cassava plant and is commonly used in Indian cuisine. It is often used to make a variety of dishes such as sabudana khichdi, (a popular breakfast dish made with sabudana, potatoes, and spices), Sabudana Vada etc.

Sabudana mixture is a crunchy and flavorful snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. It is made by frying sabudana in oil until it becomes crispy and then mixing it with a variety of spices and other ingredients such as peanuts, raisins, and coconut. 

One of the unique features of sabudana mixture is its versatility. It can be made in a variety of ways and can be customized to suit individual tastes and preferences. 

Sabudana mixture is not only delicious but it is also considered to be a healthy snack option. Sabudana is rich in carbohydrates and has a low glycemic index, making it a good option for those with diabetes or other conditions that require them to watch their sugar intake. It is also a good source of protein, making it a good snack option for vegetarians.

Sabudana mixture is easy to make and can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container for later use. It is a popular snack option for picnics, road trips, and other outdoor activities as it is easy to transport and does not spoil easily. It is also a popular offering at festivals, vrats and religious ceremonies in India.

Tips to make perfect Sabudana mixture:

 There are few tips to follow while making this recipe :

✍️use nylon Sabudana for better taste and crunch instead of regular sago.

✍️Make sure you fry the sago in medium flame patiently until it puffs up and becomes crunchy. 

✍️Keep a steel strainer on top of the oil for easy frying. ✍️Keep all the ingredients ready before starting.

✍️You can add fried coconut pieces too. 

✍️Moreover you can  make sweet version of this mixture by adding a teaspoon of sugar and few fried raisins . Check out how to make this yummy Sabudana mixture recipe below.

Ingredients 

Nylon Sabudana-1 cup

Thick Poha-1/2 cup

Peanuts-1/2 cup

Cashews-1/4 cup

Red chilli powder-1//4-1/2 tsp 

Turmeric powder-1/2 tsp 

Asafoetida-1/4 Tsp 

Salt to taste

Curry leaves few

Oil for deep frying 

Recipe Video 

Method 

👉Keep all the ingredients measured and ready.

👉Heat oil in a kadai for deep frying, once the oil is hot slow the flame to medium.

👉Keep a big steel strainer on top of the oil for easy frying.

👉Fry the Sabudana in medium flame until it puffs up completely and becomes crunchy, drain from oil.

👉Next fry the Poha until it puffs up, drain from oil and set aside.

👉Fry the peanuts, cashews and curry leaves one by one and drain from oil and set aside.

👉Transfer all the fried ingredients to a mixing bowl.

👉Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, asafoetida and salt mix everything well.

👉Store in a airtight container when completely cooled.

👉Enjoy delicious spicy and crunchy Sabudana mixture or sabudana chivda .

Preparation time-20 mins