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, Corn Flakes; 2 cups puffed rice cereal, Rice Krispies; ¼ cup skinless peanuts, shelled; ¼ cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds); 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 8 -10 fresh curry leaves (optional); 12 green serrano chili, minced; ½ teaspoon turmeric; 1 small handful plantain chips (optional); 2 tablespoons golden raisins; kosher salt

Servings: persons

2 cups corn cereal, Corn Flakes
2 cups puffed rice cereal, Rice Krispies
¼ cup skinless peanuts, shelled
¼ cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
8 -10 fresh curry leaves (optional)
12 green serrano chili, minced
½ teaspoon turmeric
1 small handful plantain chips (optional)
2 tablespoons golden raisins
kosher salt

1
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.
2
Remove from the pan.
3
Warm the oil in the same wok over medium heat.
4
Add the mustard seeds (stand back, they'll pop!
5
), curry leaves, green chile, and turmeric.
6
Cook about 30 seconds.
7
Turn the heat off.
8
Add the cereal mixture, plantain chips, if using, and raisins.
9
Season with salt.
10
Toss until well combined, and pour into a big bowl.
11
Crack a beer and enjoy!

533

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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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, Corn Flakes, 2 cups puffed rice cereal, Rice Krispies, ¼ cup skinless peanuts, shelled, ¼ cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds), and more.

Yes, Indian Snack Mix (Chewda) falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Indian Snack Mix (Chewda)

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