Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Raw Peanuts (Moongphali)

raw

1 tsp

Rock Salt

to taste

15 unit

Cashew nuts

whole

1 tbsp

Sugar

powdered

8 unit

Curry leaves

fresh

15 unit

Raisins

whole

0.5 cup

Sabudana (Tapioca Pearls)

dry

0.5 tsp

Whole Black Peppercorns

ground

1 cup

Sunflower Oil

for frying

Step 1
~3 min

Heat oil in a kadai.

Step 2
~3 min

Test the oil by dropping a sabudana pearl; it should rise instantly.

Step 3
~3 min

Fry sabudana until puffed up, without changing color.

Step 4
~3 min

Remove sabudana and drain on paper towels.

Step 5
~3 min

Fry peanuts until golden brown and drain on paper towels.

Step 6
~3 min

Shallow fry cashews until golden brown and add to the plate.

Step 7
~3 min

Toss raisins in the pan until puffed up and add to the plate.

Step 8
~3 min

Saute curry leaves until crisp.

Step 9
~3 min

Combine all ingredients in a bowl.

Step 10
~3 min

Add powdered sugar, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 11
~3 min

Toss to combine.

Step 12
~3 min

Store in an airtight container once cooled.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Fry sabudana in small batches to prevent sticking.

Adjust sweetness and saltiness to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a snack with tea or coffee.

Offer as part of a Diwali snack assortment.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Irani Chai

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Popular snack during festivals and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Festival
Party
Snack time

Popularity Score

65/100

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