Spiced Poha Papad: Poha Mirgund

Aazol Poha Mirgund is a traditional Konkani papad made using flattened rice, red chilli and salt, shaped into small rectangular pieces. Sold by Aazol: Tasty & Nutritious Home-grown Foods, it is lightly spiced and delivers a crisp, savoury bite that pairs well with everyday meals or can also be enjoyed as a standalone snack.

What it is:
The dough is shaped into bite-sized pieces and sun-dried using traditional methods to create its signature crisp texture. It can be roasted, fried or microwaved based on your preference.

Where it comes from:
Poha Mirgund comes from Daund in Maharashtra, where rice-based dried foods are a part of everyday cuisine. Rooted in Konkani traditions, it reflects the importance of these foods in coastal and semi-rural meals. Made in small batches, it carries a distinct regional essence in both taste and texture.

Health benefits:
Made with minimal ingredients and free from artificial chemicals or preservatives, it offers a simple and wholesome snacking option. Rice flakes are naturally light and easy to digest, making it a guilt-free choice for everyday snacking. It can also be prepared without oil by roasting or microwaving, making it a lighter snacking option.

How to use it:
Enjoy it alongside dal-rice, curries, curd or chutney. It also works well as a crunchy tea-time snack or as a base for masala papad topped with onions, tomatoes and spices.

Details:
Ingredients - Flattened Rice, Red Chilli, Salt. Available in 175g, 525g. Rated 4.88/5 based on 30+ reviews. Every purchase supports women-led rural farming collectives across Maharashtra.

Provenance

Mirgund or rice flake crisps are central to the traditional homemade Konkani produce roster. Especially sought after during the monsoon along with sun-dried khare (anchovies), jawla, sode and sukat (shrimp), they help jazz up a meal in a season when fresh catch is out of bounds due to choppy waters and respect for the fish breeding season.

About The Seller

Mother and daughter duo, Neelima Madhukar Naik and Snehal Pravin Naik, laid the foundation of Naik’s Konkan Food Bazaar way back in 2006. Neelima’s confidence in her long-perfected recipes combined with the highest quality of local ingredients fuelled their modest business providing Konkani food essentials including pickles, papad, flour and speciality products under one roof. 15 years later, the family business employs nine hardworking women and is run by her grandson Siddharth who takes utmost pride in his Aaji’s recipes and describes her as a relentless woman, who even at the age of 75 insists on making her own pickles and mixes.