CHIVRA (INDIAN SNACK MIX)

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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.

Provided by Sandi From CA

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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)

Steps:

  • Combine the cereals and set aside.
  • 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.
  • Reduce heat to low. Add the cereal mix and stir well.
  • 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.
  • Remove from the heat and cool completely.
  • Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.9, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 219.7, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.5, Protein 2.3

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