Prompt: 4 snacks to know more about you
I am not sure if this prompt is even relevant to me, as I don't eat snacks often. But that's more reason to write about it. I am particular about my snacks, and here goes my snack story :-)
I am particular about a few things when it comes to snacks.
- No fried foods
- No tea on an empty stomach
- Just fruits alone are not a snack.
Chana chat:
A high-protein snack. Easy for busy moms. I soak it in the morning whenever I remember, then put it in the Instant Pot for 15 mins in the evening in pressure cook mode. I add a little tempering with red chillies, salt, turmeric, chilli powder, jeera, mustard seeds, and curry leaves, and sprinkle lemon juice.
I am particular about not eating this in large quantities, as it feels heavy and might not make me feel hungry for an early dinner. So, portions matter.
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Protein Bar:
I am not promoting this product, but I like Rx protein bars. Very good option after an intense exercise. Easy to carry and my go-to snack while travelling.
Lemon bread and chips (my cheat days):
Unhealthy snack option for cheat days or craving days, whatever you call it. A nice lemon-flavoured slice of bread and jalapeño chips :-) It's a quick snack with no preparation. Lemon bread and chips from the HEB grocery store last for a few days.
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Cookies and Tea:
Another partially unhealthy option. I always have basic pistachio Good Day brand cookies at home for a quick snack along with ginger tea. I make tea especially with less milk, more water, sugar, a little ginger, and cardamom. That makes digestion easier for early dinners.
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I add 2 types of fruit in the evenings, but fruit alone doesn't feel like enough as a snack. This month, we are trying kiwis and Pears. Bananas on an empty stomach don't work well for me, so that's out.
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So, that's about my snacking saga. What do you prefer as a snack? Do let me know in the comments.
Until next time,
Loved reading about your snacking philosophy, Mahathi! The homemade chana chat with that tempering sounds like the perfect balance of tasty and practical for a busy schedule. And honestly, the honesty about cheat day lemon bread and chips made me smile, we all need those days. Thanks for sharing such a relatable snack story.
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping by my blog. Iam glad you found these options practical
DeleteI am smiling at your snacking choices, Mahathi.Like you eat kabuli chana i have kaala chana sprouts.For me snack means salty and spicy. Cookies and banana bread is a no no for a snack. I make a crispy poha mixture which is not fried. Mix it with murmura and make a bhel. I am having golden kiwi in the evening. I like boiled peanuts and roasted Indian corn as well.
ReplyDeleteThat's nice. So, you have similar taste too.
DeleteI can't decide which of your options I like the most. Considering I'm more a savoury person than sweet, my best one is the chana-chat. Tangy and healthy, although as you rightly say, can get a bit heavy if portion size is ignored. My favourite snacks is boiled groundnuts.
ReplyDeleteI love boiled groundnuts too. Very healthy and filling.
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