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A white bowl filled with Pudina Kaju, garnished with mint leaves, rests on a rustic mat, alongside a glass of chai and fresh mint leaves scattered on a dark surface.
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Roasted Pudina Kaju Recipe

Roasted Pudina Kaju are cashew nuts coated with a tangy spice mix flavored with mint powder. Enjoy it as a snack with your evening tea or serve it for festivals like Diwali, Holi, etc.
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Author: Neha Mathur

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons ghee use coconut oil for vegan
  • 250 grams cashew nuts (kaju)
  • ¼ teaspoon regular salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black salt (kala namak)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder (kali mirch powder)
  • 1 teaspoon mint powder (pudina powder)
  • ½ teaspoon chaat masala powder
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Instructions

  • Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
  • Once the ghee is hot, add the cashew nuts and roast on medium heat until lightly browned, stirring frequently.
  • Transfer the roasted cashew nuts to a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the still hot cashews and toss well to coat them with the spices.
  • Cool and store in an airtight container for up to 15 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 226mg | Potassium: 416mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 4mg
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