Sri Lankan Cashew Nut Mix
This recipe for Spiced Cashew Snack Mix is a delightful blend of crispy fried red onions, fragrant curry leaves, and crunchy cashew nuts coated in a flavorful mix of chilli powder and sea salt. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of spicy, savory flavors that make it an irresistible snack option. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, this snack mix is sure to become a favorite at gatherings or enjoyed on its own as a flavorful treat.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 large red onions sliced
- Chilli Powder
- Coarse Sea Salt
- 500g cashew nuts
- 20 fresh or dry curry leaves
- 1 Litre Sunflower Oil
- 1 stalk of fresh or dry Rampe Leaf (optional: available in Srilankan stores)
Instructions
- In a large bowl mix the red onions with the salt and chilli powder, enough so that it tastes seasoned.
- Heat the oil in a wok and then deep fry the onions until golden. Remove with a slotted soon, and put into a bowl lined with kitchen paper to drain the oil.
- Deep fry the curry leaves and rampe leaf for a few seconds and put into the same bowl.
- Deep fry the cashew nuts for no longer than 20 seconds until they turn golden brown and tip into the same bowl.
- Dab some more kitchen paper on the top of the mixture to drain excess oil, then toss together. If necesary, add more salt and chilli. Store in an air tight jar at room temperature. It keeps for 2 weeks.
Yield
Makes 10 portions
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