Gluten-Free Spicy Chevda Snack Mix
Elevate your snacking with this Gluten-Free Spicy Chevda Snack Mix—a delightful, crunchy blend that's bursting with bold flavors and perfect for any occasion. This Indian-inspired snack features gluten-free rice flakes (poha) and puffed rice, beautifully coated with aromatic curry leaves, fragrant spices like turmeric and cumin, and a sweet-and-spicy kick from chili powder and powdered sugar. Packed with toasted nuts, dried coconut slices, and optional raisins for a hint of sweetness, this easy-to-make snack is ready in just 30 minutes. Ideal for those craving a gluten-free, plant-based treat, this crispy chevda is perfect for road trips, tea time, or adding variety to your party platter. Store it in an airtight container to enjoy its addictive crunch for up to two weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rice flakes (poha, gluten-free)
- 1 cup Gluten-free rice-based cereal (e.g., puffed rice)
- 1 cup Raw peanuts
- 0.5 cup Raw cashews
- 12 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.5 cup Dried coconut slices
- 0.25 cup Oil (neutral like vegetable or coconut oil)
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
Instructions
Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter, about 30 seconds.
Add curry leaves and sauté until they become crisp, about 1-2 minutes.
Stir in peanuts, cashews, and dried coconut slices. Fry until they turn golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and carefully add the rice flakes (poha) and gluten-free cereal. Stir continuously to coat everything evenly in the oil.
Sprinkle in turmeric powder, red chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and powdered sugar. Stir well until the spices are evenly distributed and toasted, about 2-3 minutes.
If using raisins, add them at this stage to lightly toast them as well.
Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool completely in the pan. This ensures the poha becomes crisp as it cools.
Once cool, transfer the spicy chevda snack mix to an airtight container for storage. It will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 239.5 g | 307% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.8 g | 649% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2473 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 393.1 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.1 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.8 g | ||
| Protein | 85.0 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 27.3 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 3346 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
