Recipe For Spicy Masala Peanuts

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Recipe For Spicy Masala Peanuts

Preparation Time : 3 minutes
Cooking Time : 3 minutes
Serves : 2 - 3

Ingredients

  • Peanuts (un-roasted) - 1 cup
  • Red Chilly Powder - 1/2 tsp (or to taste)
  • Garam Masala - 1/4 tsp
  • Chaat Masala - 1/4 tsp (optional)
  • Salt - 1/2 tsp
  • Curry Leaves - 1 spring
  • Oil - 1 tbsp

Method

  1. Take the peanuts in a microwave safe bowl. Cook on micro power high for 1 minute.
  2. Add the oil, red chilly powder, salt, chaat masala, garam masala, curry leaves and mix.
  3. Microwave again for 2 minutes stirring after every 30 sec.
  4. Let it rest for 5 minutes. The peanuts will continue to cook and become crispy. (Every microwave is different so keep a careful watch while cooking. It may take a little less or more time than specified here.)

Serving Masala Peanuts

  • Enjoy this instant snack any time of the day with a cup of tea or soda. Some people serve this as a sidedish for rice with pulikulambu.