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• Fasting means that only certain foods can be eaten.
• It mainly includes amaranth.
• You can make chikki from amaranth.

If you want to eat something light but nutritious during the fasting days, Amaranth Chikki is a great choice. Amaranth is a grain rich in protein, calcium, iron and fiber. It helps the body to get energy and also feels full for a long time. Made with the sweet taste of jaggery, this crunchy chukki is loved by everyone from kids to adults.

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Homemade amaranth chikki tastes purer and tastier than the market stuff. It is produced in only a few materials Recipe Not only for fasting but also great for daily healthy snack. Chikki also comes in handy with tea, in kids’ candies or as an instant energizer on the go.

Material

• 2 cups amaranth seeds
• 1 cup jaggery
• 2 tablespoons of ghee
• 2 tablespoons of water
• A pinch of cardamom powder (optional)

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• First, heat a kadai and lightly roast amaranth leaves in it. So they taste better.
• Add jaggery, water and ghee in a heavy bottomed pan and let it melt on low flame.
• When the jaggery paste becomes a bit thick, add cardamom powder to it. Bake a little to see if the baking is done properly
• Put in water. If it gathers tightly, the pak is ready.
• Now immediately add roasted amaranth leaves to it and mix it quickly.
• Pour this mixture on a greased plate or tray.
• Apply ghee to the rolling pin and while the mixture is still hot, roll it into uniform thickness.
• While still slightly warm, cut into square or long pieces with a knife and separate the chikki when it cools down completely.
• Crispy and nutritious Amaranth Chikki is ready. It keeps well for several days if stored in an airtight container.