Indian Snack Mix (Chewda) Recipe

Name: Indian Snack Mix (Chewda)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups corn cereal (recommended: Corn Flakes); 2 cups puffed rice cereal (recommended: Rice Krispies); 1/4 cup shelled, skinless peanuts; 1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds); 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1 teaspoon brown or black mustard seeds; 8 to 10 fresh curry leaves, optional; 1/2 green serrano chile, minced; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; Small handful plantain chips, optional; 2 tablespoons golden raisins; Kosher salt

Servings: persons

2 cups corn cereal (recommended: Corn Flakes)
2 cups puffed rice cereal (recommended: Rice Krispies)
1/4 cup shelled, skinless peanuts
1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 teaspoon brown or black mustard seeds
8 to 10 fresh curry leaves, optional
1/2 green serrano chile, minced
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
Small handful plantain chips, optional
2 tablespoons golden raisins
Kosher salt

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There are entire shops dedicated to this snack mix in India, and it's one of our treasured snacks.
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The last time I was in India, we all walked to a neighborhood pub, ordered a pitcher of beer, and chowed down on a big bowl of Chewda.
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It usually consists of chickpea flour noodles, flattened flakes of dried rice, peanuts and seasonings.
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Here's my Americanized version.
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Careful.
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Once you start... it's really hard to stop!
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Christina Perozzi from beerforchicks.com pairs this with a Reissdorf Kolsch from Koln (or Cologne), Germany.
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It's a crisp, dry and light ale.
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It has a depth of flavor without getting too big like a lager would.
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In a large wok over medium heat, toast the corn cereal, puffed rice cereal, peanuts, and pepitas until the cereals have crisped up, about 2 minutes.
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Remove from the pan.
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Warm the oil in the same wok over medium heat.
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Add the mustard seeds (stand back, they'll pop!
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), curry leaves, green chile, and turmeric.
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Cook about 30 seconds.
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Turn the heat off.
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Add the cereal mixture, plantain chips, if using, and raisins.
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Season with salt.
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Toss until well combined, and pour into a big bowl.
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Crack a beer and enjoy!

533

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups corn cereal (recommended: Corn Flakes), 2 cups puffed rice cereal (recommended: Rice Krispies), 1/4 cup shelled, skinless peanuts, 1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds), and more.

Yes, Indian Snack Mix (Chewda) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Indian Snack Mix (Chewda)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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