It was a not so ordinary morning to be honest. We woke up to a heart-wrenching news flash. The words ‘Maggi may be banned’ pierced the heart of every Indian. It meant chaos for hostel dwellers and uncertainty for the rumbling stomach of countless insomniacs and bachelors. How can they do it? Maggi is the widely acknowledged national snack of India.
But now, as hordes of researchers play with their chemistry set over the week, we await the final judgement on Maggi. But how do we address the cravings till then? The two-minute noodle was unique in every way, no doubt about that. But then, there are other snacks which can help you fill the deep large void left by Maggi. Here we try the impossible. We bring you 8 healthy homemade snacks which are ‘just as good’ as your beloved Maggi. It will surely take you more than two minutes to cook these, but so did Maggi.
Sevai Noodles
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Sevai noodles are your best bet if you’re looking for a (hopefully temporary) Maggi replacement. You can add loads of vegetables and even cottage cheese to make them healthy. Browse the internet for easy ways to make Sevai noodles and treat yourself to a delicious meal of ‘taste bhi and health bhi’. See? It even sounds like Maggi.
Egg Bhurji
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Don’t skip this part thinking you already know about it. Yes, we’ve all consumed loads of egg bhurji but you can always experiment with your delicious egg meal. Add cheese to it or sandwich it between crunchy buttery toasts of bread. It takes very less time to prepare and fills you up instantly.
Mac and Cheese
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When Thomas Jefferson brought macaroni and cheese back from Paris, he gifted a classic food item to the Americans and to the world. Yes, the delicious macaroni and cheese may have originated in Paris but the credit for popularizing it goes to the Americans. It’s extremely easy to make and is truly mouth-watering. You’ll devour it in under two minutes. Ring a bell?
Poha
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A lot of people take the good old Poha for granted. But once sprinkled with the right kind of ingredients, Poha is perhaps the healthiest snack you’ll ever treat yourself to, without compromising on ease and taste. You can garnish your plate of Poha with groundnuts, sev namkeen, and herbs. Try adding sugar and lemon to make things even more interesting.
Fresh Salad
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It’s not about following ‘Subway’, it’s about finding a suitable replacement. Fresh salad is not so difficult to make and it carries all the goodness in the world. You cut up a few veggies, add some mayo, sprinkle some cheese (if you wish to), and whip it all up. It’s colorful, tasty, and healthy. You can add yellow capsicum to get closer to the shade of Maggi.
Chilla
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Chilla is widely popular as ‘vegetarian omelette’. There are variants you can try but Besan Chilla is perhaps the best out of the lot. You can pair your chilla with cream cheese and/or spicy red tomato sauce.
Bread Poha
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Bread Poha is a very famous and a very Indian snack item. You may not find it on the menu at restaurants, but it remains a popular snack. Bread Poha is a simple preparation of bread pieces cooked with mixed vegetables and spices. You can add groundnuts, herbs, and other items to garnish.
Other Noodles
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Yes, your craving is exclusive to Maggi and the tastemaker within, but these are difficult times. There are several other instant noodles available in the market. You can go for Top Ramen, Chings, Yippee, Wai Wai, and others. All these noodles pack a distinct flavor and a somewhat different experience.
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