5 Famous and Healthy Maharashtrian Snack

Maharashtrian cuisine offers a wide variety of delicious and healthy snacks. Here are five famous and healthy Maharashtrian snacks:

Sabudana Khichdi

Sabudana (tapioca pearls) khichdi is a popular snack in Maharashtra, especially during fasting days. It is made by cooking soaked sabudana with peanuts, potatoes, and spices like cumin seeds, green chilies, and curry leaves.

Thalipeeth

Thalipeeth is a savoury multi-grain pancake made from a combination of flour like rice flour, besan (gram flour), and whole wheat flour. It is rich in fibre, protein, and various nutrients, making it a wholesome and nutritious snack option.

Kothimbir vadi 

Kothimbir vadi is a savoury snack made from fresh coriander leaves (kothimbir), chickpea flour (besan), and spices. The mixture is steamed, sliced, and then shallow-fried until crispy. Kothimbir vadi is a good source of protein, fibre, and vitamins from the coriander leaves, making it a healthy and flavourful snack.

Misal Pav

Misal pav is a popular street food from Maharashtra, consisting of sprouted moth beans curry (misal) served with pav (bread rolls) and topped with various garnishes like farsan (crispy fried snacks), chopped onions, coriander leaves, and lemon wedges.

Poha

Poha, also known as flattened rice, is a common breakfast and snack option in Maharashtra. It is made by tempering flattened rice with mustard seeds, curry leaves, turmeric, onions, and other spices.