Spicy Puffed Rice Snack Mix

1In a large mixing bowl, combine the puffed rice (4 cups), roasted peanuts (1 cup), roasted chana dal (½ cup), and sev. Mix well to combine all the dry ingredients.

2In a small pan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds (1 teaspoon) and let them splutter.

3Add the finely chopped onion (¼ cup) and green chilies (2) to the pan. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.

4Stir in the chopped tomato and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften.

5Add the turmeric powder (1 teaspoon), red chili powder (1 teaspoon), and salt to the pan. Mix well and cook for another minute to let the spices blend.

6Pour the sautéed mixture over the puffed rice (4 cups) mixture in the bowl. Add the chaat masala (1 teaspoon), lemon juice (1 tablespoon), and chopped coriander leaves.

7Toss everything together gently until the puffed rice (4 cups) is well coated with the spices and the mixture is evenly combined.

8Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately as a crunchy snack or store in an airtight container for later.