Khichu is a traditional Gujarati snack made from rice flour, often enjoyed as a street food or as part of a meal. It's a simple yet flavorful dish with a soft and dough-like consistency.
To prepare Khichu, rice flour is cooked with water, salt, and sometimes spices like cumin seeds, green chilies, and ginger. The mixture is stirred continuously over low heat until it thickens and forms a smooth dough. It's important to keep stirring to prevent lumps from forming.
Once the dough reaches the desired consistency, it is typically shaped into small balls or cylindrical shapes using wet hands. These shapes are then steamed until cooked through and tender.
Khichu can be served hot with a drizzle of oil or ghee and garnished with sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, or grated coconut. It's often enjoyed as a snack on its own or with accompaniments like pickles, chutneys, or yogurt.
This dish is loved for its soft and comforting texture, as well as its versatility and ability to be customized with different spices and garnishes according to personal taste preferences.