Farali Popcorn | Navratri Upwas Popcorn
Farali Popcorn is a delightful snack perfect for Navratri fasting. This recipe is a personal favorite, combining soaked sabudana, rajgira atta, roasted peanuts, and aromatic spices to create crispy, flavorful morsels. It's a quick and easy dish that can be enjoyed with chutney or sweet curd, making fasting days more enjoyable.
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Ingredients
sabudana (tapioca pearls)1cup
senda namak (rock salt)1pinch
cumin seeds2tsp
roasted crumbled peanut1/4cup
rajgira atta (amaranth flour)1/2cup
green chillies, chopped2
grated potato1
coriander leaves (optional)1dash
peanut oil2cup
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
1332.8kcal (66.64%)
Protein
11.2g (22.34%)
Carbs
41.2g (14.97%)
Sugars
1.2g (2.34%)
Healthy Fat
49.2g
Unhealthy Fat
22.0g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Farali Popcorn | Navratri Upwas Popcorn
- Step 1
Wash and soak sabudana (tapioca pearls) overnight or for 3-4 hours until they are neither too hard nor too soft.
- Step 2
Once soaked, combine sabudana with senda namak, cumin seeds, roasted crumbled peanuts, rajgira atta, grated potato, chopped green chillies, and coriander leaves (optional). Mix well and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Step 3
Heat peanut oil in a deep-bottom pan over medium heat. Drop small morsels of the mixture into the hot oil and fry on medium to low flame until the popcorns turn crisp.
- Step 4
Fry some green chillies separately for garnish if desired.
- Step 5
Serve the crispy Farali Popcorn hot with chutney or sweet curd.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
1332.8kcal (66.64%)
Protein
11.2g (22.34%)
Carbs
41.2g (14.97%)
Sugars
1.2g (2.34%)
Healthy Fat
49.2g
Unhealthy Fat
22.0g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
Ensure sabudana is soaked properly; it should not be too hard or too soft for the best texture.
Use medium to low flame while frying to avoid burning and ensure even cooking.
If coriander leaves are not allowed during fasting, skip them without affecting the taste.
Serve immediately for the best crispiness and flavor.
FAQS
Can I use regular salt instead of senda namak?
Senda namak is traditionally used during fasting, but you can use regular salt if not observing strict fasting rules.
Can I skip peanuts in the recipe?
Yes, you can skip peanuts if you have allergies or prefer not to use them. The texture might slightly differ.
What is rajgira atta, and can I substitute it?
Rajgira atta is amaranth flour, commonly used in fasting recipes. You can substitute it with other fasting-friendly flours like singhara or kuttu flour.
How do I ensure the popcorns are crispy?
Fry the morsels on medium to low flame and ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the mixture.
Can I store Farali Popcorn for later use?
Farali Popcorn is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store it in an airtight container for a few hours. It may lose some crispiness over time. Best is to eat freshly made to enjoy it's crunchiness.
Ria Pai
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