Balaji Aloo Sev is a popular Indian savory snack made from potato flakes and chickpea flour. It is known for its crispy texture and spicy, tangy flavor, achieved through a blend of traditional Indian spices. This crunchy snack is perfect for tea-time or as a quick munch.
Ingredients:
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Potato flakes
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Chickpea flour (besan)
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Rice flour
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Edible vegetable oils (such as palmolein or rice bran oil)
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Salt
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Various spices and dehydrated vegetable powders like mint, garlic, and tamarind
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Natural flavor enhancers and acidity regulators
Nutritional Information (per 100g approx.):
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Energy: Around 578 kcal
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Protein: 8.8 g
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Carbohydrates: 45.7 g (low sugar content)
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Dietary fiber: 4.8 g
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Total fat: 40 g (including saturated fats)
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Sodium: 2 g
Usage:
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Enjoyed as a standalone crunchy snack
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Used as a topping for chaats like bhel puri and dahi puri
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Sprinkled over salads for added flavor and crunch
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Mixed with other Indian snack mixes (namkeens)
Features:
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Vegetarian
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Gluten-free
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No artificial colors
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Crisp and crunchy texture