A warm, doughy snack made from cooked rice flour, green chilies, and cumin seeds.
3 top-rated spots found
Swati Snacks
Masala Khichu
Gujarati Snacks
Β· $$
Β· Ellisbridge
β β β β Β½ 4.4
12,400 reviews
Local LegendClassicHygienic
9.5
Flavor
7.5
Value
9
Vibe
Swati Snacks is the gold standard for hygiene and consistency. Their Khichu is celebrated for its incredibly smooth, non-sticky texture and the use of high-quality cold-pressed groundnut oil that enhances the earthy rice flavor without overpowering it.
π Near Law Garden, Ellisbridge, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380006 Β· View on Maps
Manek Chowk Street Stalls
Butter Masala Khichu
Street Food
Β· $
Β· Old City
β β β β β 4.2
28,000 reviews
Local LegendLate NightInstagrammable
9.2
Flavor
9.5
Value
8.5
Vibe
The Khichu here is a sensory overload. It is served piping hot in a chaotic, vibrant night market atmosphere. The sheer volume of Amul butter used creates a rich, velvety mouthfeel that is unique to the Manek Chowk preparation style.
Located in the heart of the shopping district, these stalls offer the most 'honest' version of Khichu. Itβs less about the frills and more about the perfect steam-cooked consistency and the sharp bite of green chilies embedded in the dough.
π Municipal Market, C.G. Road, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380009 Β· View on Maps