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Chiwda - Indian Nut Treat
1/2 cup flaked coconut (toasted)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/3 cup raw peanuts
1/3 cup raw cashews
1/3 cup raw almonds
1/2 cup raisins
2 cups poha (crisped) or puffed rice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne or red chile powder
Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat, add the cumin and mustard seeds, add the nuts and cook until golden brown, add the raisins and remove from heat. Stir poha into a bleHeat the poha in another large skillet over medium heat (if you're using puffed rice, skip this step). Stir frequently, until the flakes are crisp, about 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir together salt, turmeric and cayenne and poha, add this and the coconut to the nuts and mix well. Let cool. Store in an airtight container.
Makes about 4 cups
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