Savory Puffed Rice Snack
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and bold flavors of our Savory Puffed Rice Snack, a quick and easy treat packed with vibrant spices and aromatic ingredients. Made with crispy puffed rice, golden peanuts, and a tantalizing blend of mustard seeds, curry leaves, turmeric, and red chili powder, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of spice, tang, and sweetness. Freshly chopped onion and green chilies add a delightful kick, while a squeeze of lemon juice and a garnish of coriander leaves brighten the dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Indian-inspired snack is ideal for tea-time cravings or as a light appetizer, bursting with texture and flavor. Whether you're entertaining guests or looking for a wholesome, savory bite, this puffed rice snack is sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups puffed rice
- 0.5 cup peanuts
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 10 leaves curry leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 small, finely chopped onion
- 2 chopped green chilies
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil.
Once the oil is hot, add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and let them crackle.
Add around 10 curry leaves and 1/2 cup of peanuts. Stir and sauté until the peanuts turn golden brown.
Add 1 small, finely chopped onion and 2 chopped green chilies to the pan. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder. Stir the mixture well.
Add 3 cups of puffed rice to the pan. Mix well to ensure the puffed rice is well-coated with the spice mixture.
Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of sugar to balance the flavors and stir well.
Turn off the heat and squeeze the juice of 1 tablespoon of lemon over the puffed rice snack. Mix again to combine.
Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh coriander leaves for a fresh flavor.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your savory puffed rice snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
945 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.3 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1491 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.4 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 990 mg | 21% | |
*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.
