Dabeli Makhana Snack Mix

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"If you've ever tried street food in Gujarat and Mumbai, you would know that Dabeli is a major hit! ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ The blend of aromatic spices, and combination of delicious flavours with crunchy peanuts is not to be missed. ⁣⁣⁣"
-- @picklesandwine

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This take on the traditional Indian street food is made with a blend of savory spices and crunchy nuts for a satisfying vegan snack.

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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 20mins

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ingredients

Dabeli Masala

  • 2-3 dry red Kashimiri chilis
  • 1/4 cup dried shredded coconut
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 pod black cardamom
  • 1 medium cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1/4 cup coriander seeds
  • 1-2 bay leaves
  • 2-3 cloves
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorn
  • 2 pods star anise
  • 2-3 tablespoons red chile powder
  • salt, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1-2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons oil

ingredients

Pan Roasted Makhanas and Peanuts

  • 2 cups makhana
  • 1 teaspoon ghee or oil
  • 1/2 cup peanuts

Method

Deebali Masala

  • Step 1

    In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, toast the coriander, cumin, fennel, clove, peppercorn, star anise and bay leaves for about a minute or until fragrant. Transfer to a plate and let cool.

  • Step 2

    In the same pan, toast the shredded coconut, chilis, and sesame seeds over low heat. Transfer to the plate with the spices and let cool.

  • Step 3

    In a spice grinder, grind all of the ingredients until fine. Transfer ground spices to a bowl and combine with oil and powdered sugar. Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Roasted Makhanas and Peanuts

  • Step 1

    In a medium sauté pan, heat the oil or ghee over low heat.

  • Step 2

    Add the makhana and roast until crispy (5-6 minutes). Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

  • Step 3

    In the same pan, dry roast the peanuts until fragrant and toasted (3-5 minutes). Transfer to the bowl with the makhanas.

Dabeli Makhana

  • Step 1

    In a large bowl, combine the dabeli masala with 3 tablespoons oil.

  • Step 2

    Add roasted makhanas and peanuts and toss to coat.

  • Step 3

    In a pan over low heat, roast the mixture for 1-2 minutes longer. Serve or store.