Burmese Split Chickpeas Fritters (be-gyun kyaw) This is a very versatile fried appetizer which we use as a snack or to make a salad out of this and can be used as one of the main course.plit channa is usually made with chick peas that have been split in half by hand. Because it can be labor intensive, yellow split peas is also used and sometimes called by the same name since it bears very similar resemblance to the chick pea (when split). Take a look here. Split channa is a crunchy snack that is usually fried then tossed in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. It is sold in large bottles and is quite addictive once you get your hands on it. The protein content in split peas and chick peas makes this snack a healthy option, except for the fried part of course.