LaxmiNarayan Poha / Rice Flakes Chiwda (250g)

LaxmiNarayan Poha / Rice Flakes Chiwda (250?g) — what it is, what you can expect from it (taste, ingredients, when you might eat it), and a few practical things to note.

?? What is LaxmiNarayan Poha / Rice Flakes Chiwda

“Poha / Rice Flakes Chiwda” (also spelled “chiwda/chivda/chewda”) is a traditional Indian savory snack made from flattened rice flakes (“poha” / “patla poha”) that are roasted (or lightly fried) and mixed with nuts, lentils, spices, and seasonings.

This product from LaxmiNarayan offers a ready?to?eat, packaged 250?g mix — combining poha flakes with peanuts, gram dal (or lentils), spices, and other flavourings, giving you an easy snack without needing to prepare from scratch.

Typically such snacks are called “chiwda / chivda” — popular across Maharashtra and other parts of India as tea?time snacks, travel snacks, light munching food, or festive snacks.

??? What to Expect: Taste, Texture & Experience

Light & crispy / crunchy texture: The base flattened rice flakes give a soft crispiness, while added peanuts or lentils add crunch — a nice contrast.

Savory, mildly spiced flavour with typical Indian taste: The snack is seasoned with Indian spices (turmeric, cumin, black salt, mango?powder, asafoetida, maybe curry leaves, green chilli, etc.), giving a slightly tangy, salty, “namkeen/masala” flavour that pairs well with tea or coffee.

Nutty, hearty bites: With peanuts (and sometimes lentils or other crunchy bits), the snack has a richer mouth?feel than plain rice flakes.

Versatile snack — anytime munching: You can eat it straight out of the packet — good for evening snacks, travel, or when you just want a light savory bite without heavy cooking.

? Why People Like This Chiwda

Convenience: It’s ready to eat — no cooking, no soaking or preparation. Good for quick tea?time or snack?time.

Balanced savoury snack: Compared with heavy fried snacks, poha?based chiwda tends to be lighter (less oily) — especially if roasted or lightly prepared, making it a more digestible snack.

Good for travel, lunchboxes, or quick munching — easy to carry, doesn’t spoil easily, and gives a satisfying crunchy?savory experience.

Traditional & familiar taste — for many, chiwda gives the nostalgic flavour reminiscent of homemade Indian snacks or festive namkeens.

?? What to Check / Keep in Mind

Allergens: It contains peanuts (and possibly lentils, sesame or other nuts/seeds), so if you have nut allergies — check carefully before eating.

Spice/salt content: Because it’s a savory snack, seasoning might make it somewhat salty/spicy — if you are sensitive to salt or spices, better to eat in moderation.

Not a substitute for full meal nutrition: While peanuts and lentils add some protein, this is essentially a snack — balanced diet should also include vegetables, proteins, etc.

Storage after opening is important: To retain crispiness, keep in a cool, dry place and ideally in an airtight container (especially in humid weather) — poha?based snacks can lose crunch if exposed to moisture.

?? When It’s Best to Eat / Use

This snack fits well when you want:

A light, crunchy tea?time snack — late afternoon or evening with tea/coffee.

Quick travel snack or something to munch during commute or trips.

A festive / casual snack for guests — either alone or mixed with other namkeens.

A convenient light bite when you don’t want heavy cooking or a full meal.