Crispy Masala Peanuts (Gujarati Sing Bhujia)
Description:
Crispy Masala Peanuts, also known as Sing Bhujia, are a popular Gujarati snack often enjoyed in the evening with a cup of tea. These savory, crunchy peanuts are coated with gram flour and spices, offering a bold, flavorful bite. The recipe is easy to make and loved by all age groups. While you can deep fry, bake, or microwave the peanuts, the deep frying method used here ensures the perfect crispiness. Letβs dive into making this delightful snack!
Cuisine: Gujarati
Course: Snack
Diet: High Protein Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Raw Peanuts (Moongphali)
- 2 tablespoons Gram flour (besan)
- 1 tablespoon Rice flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Coriander Powder (Dhania)
- 2 pinches Chaat Masala Powder
- 1/4 cup Water
- 2 pinches Black pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon Oil
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, for frying
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the raw peanuts, gram flour, rice flour, red chilli powder, coriander powder, chaat masala, black pepper powder, oil, and salt.
- Add a little water and mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the flour and spices coat the peanuts evenly. Be careful not to add too much water.
- Heat oil in a wok (kadai) over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully drop in the seasoned peanuts and fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- After frying, remove the peanuts from the oil and place them on absorbent paper to remove excess oil.
- Although they might not seem very crispy when hot, the peanuts will become perfectly crunchy once they cool to room temperature.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle some chaat masala and dry mint on top.
- Serve the Crispy Masala Peanuts with a hot cup of Masala Chai during tea time, or enjoy them as a snack with drinks at your next house party.
Enjoy your crispy and flavorful snack!
