Masala Peanuts

Peanuts are one the most affordable and delicious nuts you can find in the market. Peanuts are not only great to taste but also comes with great nutritional value. Loaded with vitamin A, B-6, B-12, C, D and magnesium, iron and calcium, this is an ultimate nut for the younger ones at home. A better source of all these nutrients is to have it whole, roasted or boiled rather than opting for the peanut butter. So here I have brought the ever-delicious masala peanuts recipe which is, as the name suggests, masala(spices) coated peanuts deep fried to perfection. An absolute delight to much on, these are sure to curb your junk food craving. Though deep fried, the nutrients in them still remain, thus making it a much healthier choice than most of the junk food. With the touch of Indian cuisine, these Masala Peanuts are a must try for all those beginners. Looking for similar recipes? Check these out: Namak Pare Recipes, Bhakarwadi Recipe, Potato Sev Recipe. These Masala Peanuts can be enjoyed for days by storing in an airtight container.

So, let’s get started with the Masala Singh Recipe;

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

Cooking Time: 20 Minutes

 

Ingredients:

1) 1 cup peanuts

2) 1 tbsp besan

3)  1 tsp red chilly powder

4) 1 tsp turmeric powder

5) 1 tsp cumin seeds powder

6) 1 tsp garam masala powder

7) 1/2 tsp chaat masala powder

8) Salt to taste

 

Method:

Wash the peanuts and sprinkle salt, chilly powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds powder, garam masala powder, chaat masala and gently mix with your fingers.

Keep aside for 1/2 an hour.

Heat oil for deep frying.

Add besan and 1 tbsp hot oil to peanuts mixture and mix with a spoon.

Now deep fry the coated peanuts in hot oil on medium heat until they become golden brown in colour.

Remove them with slotted spoon and place on absorbent paper.

Store this in an airtight container.

How to make  Masala Peanuts  step by step with video:

How to make  Masala Peanuts  step by step with images:

1) Wash the peanuts and sprinkle salt, chilly powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds powder, garam masala powder, chaat masala.

2) Gently mix with your fingers. Keep aside for 1/2 an hour.

3) Add besan and 1 tsp hot oil to peanuts mixture and mix with a spoon.

4) Heat oil for deep frying. Now deep fry the coated peanuts in hot oil on medium heat until they become golden brown in colour.

5) Remove them with slotted spoon and place on absorbent paper.

6) Store it in an airtight container.