Soy-Free Spicy Chevda Snack Mix
Elevate your snack game with this Soy-Free Spicy Chevda Snack Mix, a delightful Indian-inspired treat that's bursting with bold flavors and irresistible crunch! Made with puffed rice, poha (flattened rice), crunchy peanuts, cashews, and optional chickpea flour sev, this allergen-friendly recipe is spiced to perfection with aromatic curry leaves, mustard seeds, and a blend of turmeric, cumin, and chili powder. Sweet raisins add a subtle touch of sweetness, balancing the heat beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy snack is perfect for tea time or as a make-ahead munchie for parties. Enjoy the delicate balance of spicy, savory, sweet, and nutty flavors in every bite—sure to be a hit with friends and family alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Puffed rice (murmura)
- 2 cups Poha (flattened rice)
- 1 cup Raw peanuts
- 0.5 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Raisins
- 1 cup Chickpea flour sev (optional, for crunch)
- 3 tablespoons Oil (neutral, such as sunflower or avocado)
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 10 leaves Curry leaves (fresh or dried)
- 3 Dried red chilies
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder (adjust for spice level)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (ground)
Instructions
Heat a large, thick-bottomed pan over medium heat and add the oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds and allow them to pop.
Immediately add the curry leaves and dried red chilies, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the turmeric, red chili powder, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Cook the spices for 30 seconds to release their aroma.
Add the raw peanuts and cashews to the pan and stir fry until they turn golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the poha (flattened rice) and toss well to coat with the spices. Toast over low heat until they turn crisp, about 3 minutes.
Next, add the puffed rice and toss again to combine. Let the mixture heat and crisp up for 3-5 more minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Mix in the raisins, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and taste to adjust the spice and seasoning.
If using sev, gently fold it into the mix at the end to keep it crispy.
Remove the pan from heat and allow the chevda to cool completely before transferring it into an airtight container.
Serve as a snack on its own or paired with a cup of tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.6 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3269 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 540.1 g | 196% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.8 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.3 g | ||
| Protein | 107.9 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 37.1 mg | 206% | |
| Potassium | 3461 mg | 74% | |
*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.
