Masala Peanuts
These masala peanuts are an addictive snack made with roasted peanuts tossed in a simple spiced mix.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanuts peeled roasted, salted or unsalted, see Note 1
- 1 tablespoon Chaat Masala
- 1 teaspoon Red chilli powder/Paprika/Kashmiri chilli powder see note 2
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Mango powder
- Salt as per taste if using unsalted peanuts.
- 2 teaspoons Oil
Instructions
Roast the Peanuts (optional)
- In a pot add 1/2 cup of salt and heat. Then add in the redskin peanuts, and reduce heat to low and cook the peanuts, stiring constantly so the peanuts do not burn.
- Peanuts are done when the color of the peanut skins are a darker red.
- Transfer the peanuts to a clean dish towel and gently rub the peanuts with the towel to remove skin. Then transfer use a skimmer spoon or seive to separate the peanuts.
- Cool peanuts completely.
Masala Peanuts
- In a bowl mix all the spices and salt (if using) and mix well.
- In a pan on low heat add a little oil and add peeled, roasted peanuts and cook for few minutes just that all the peanuts are well coated with oil. The peanuts will start to smell nutty.
- Add the mixed spices and coat the peanuts.
- Transfer to a bowl or tray, to stop the peanuts from roasting further.
- Cool peanuts completely.
- Store peanuts in an airtight container. They will stay fresh for at least 2-3 weeks.
Notes
- For convenience, you can use roasted, unsalted (or salted peanuts) and skip the step to roast the peanuts.
- For a milder taste use paprika instead of red chili powder.