Chivda is a classic treat that is often enjoyed during the Diwali Festival. There are so many unique ways to prepare these snacks for any and all celebrations, and they are known by several other names like Farsan and Namkeen. The word Namkeen in Hindi means a salted or savory snack.
Typically chivda recipes include a crisp base of dry rice flakes (poha) or puffed rice or lentils or sev or potato strands/sticks or makhana (foxnuts) that’s cooked and combined with a variety of nuts, dried fruits, and fragrant spices.