Chivra (Indian Snack Mix) |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Hot spicy snacks are very popular in India. The variety is unlimited. Chivra is enjoyed as a snack any time of the day and is usually spicy hot, though this one is milder. Of course, you can adjust the heat/cayenne to your level of tolerance. Here is a quick and easy version using several available cereals. For the version in the photo, I added about 1/2 cup raisins at the same time as the nuts and spices. Makes 8 (1/2 cup each) servings. Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups corn flakes |
1 cup crisp rice cereal |
1 cup puffed corn cereal |
1 tablespoon vegetable oil |
1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds |
1/2 cup mixed nuts |
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste) |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
1/4 teaspoon mango powder (amchur) |
Directions:
1. Combine the cereals and set aside.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds to the hot oil and cover with a lid to avoid splattering. Fry until the mustard seeds stop popping, a few seconds.
3. Reduce heat to low. Add the cereal mix and stir well.
4. Add the nuts, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper and mango powder. Roast, stirring occasionally for 5 to 7. I actually roast a bit longer, but you have to be very careful you don't burn the nuts or they'll taste bitter. A little brown or tan is ok.
5. Remove from the heat and cool completely.
6. Store in an airtight container.
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