If you are craving something spicy and crunchy for evening tea, you can try Bihari Chura Bhujia. This snack, which is made from poha (rice flakes), is very popular in Bihar. Its preparation takes little time and is easy to make at home.
To create this dish, you need poha, peanuts, curry leaves, green beans, and various spices. Chura Bhujia can be eaten during an evening tea break or taken on the go.
The following ingredients are required for preparation: 1 cup of poha (chura), 1/4 cup of peanuts, 2 tablespoons of oil, 8-10 curry leaves, 1/4 cup of green beans, 6-8 cashews, 1/2 cup of chopped onion, 2 chopped green chilies, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of chaat masala, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice (optional), and salt to taste.
If you plan to store chura bhujia for a long time, you should avoid adding onion, green chilies, and lemon juice in advance. These ingredients must be mixed immediately before consumption. Furthermore, to maintain the crispy texture, the fried poha must be completely cooled and placed in an airtight container.