Anglo-Indian Spiced Puffed Rice Snack

Ingredients

In this Anglo-Indian adaptation of Sev Mamra, we incorporate British flavors to create a unique fusion dish. The traditional Indian spices are combined with a hint of British influence, resulting in a delightful blend of flavors that cater to the Anglo-Indian palate. We alse have the original recipe for Sev mamra, so you can check it out.

• 4 cups (240g) puffed rice 4 cups (240g) puffed rice
• 1 cup (100g) sev (fried chickpea flour noodles) 1 cup (100g) sev (fried chickpea flour noodles)
• 1/2 cup (75g) roasted peanuts 1/2 cup (75g) roasted peanuts
• 1/4 cup (60g) finely chopped onion 1/4 cup (60g) finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup (60g) finely chopped tomato 1/4 cup (60g) finely chopped tomato
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon (5g) mustard seeds 1 teaspoon (5g) mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon (5g) cumin seeds 1 teaspoon (5g) cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon (2g) turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) red chili powder 1/2 teaspoon (2g) red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) chaat masala 1/2 teaspoon (2g) chaat masala
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 9g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 21g, 2g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Allow them to splutter.
2. 2.
   Add finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3. 3.
   Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
4. 4.
   Add finely chopped tomato and cook until soft.
5. 5.
   Add puffed rice, roasted peanuts, and chaat masala. Mix gently to coat the puffed rice evenly with the spices.
6. 6.
   Remove from heat and drizzle lemon juice over the mixture. Toss well to combine.
7. 7.
   Allow the mixture to cool completely.
8. 8.
   Once cooled, add sev and mix gently.
9. 9.
   Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
10. 10.
    Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Puffed rice — Ensure that the puffed rice is fresh and crispy for the best texture in the dish.
• Sev — Use store-bought sev or make your own by frying chickpea flour noodles until crispy.
• Roasted peanuts — If using raw peanuts, roast them in a dry pan until golden brown before adding to the dish.
• Chaat masala — If you don't have chaat masala, you can substitute it with a combination of cumin powder, coriander powder, and amchur (dried mango powder).

Tips & Tricks

• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of red chili powder.
• For an extra tangy flavor, add a dash of tamarind chutney or mango pickle.
• Serve the Spiced Puffed Rice Snack immediately after preparing to maintain its crunchiness.
• Customize the toppings by adding chopped cucumber, grated carrot, or pomegranate seeds for added freshness and texture.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.

Serving advice

Serve the Anglo-Indian Spiced Puffed Rice Snack in individual bowls or paper cones for a fun and authentic street food experience. Enjoy it as a tea-time snack or as a light appetizer before a meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some additional sev and fresh coriander leaves on top of the dish. Serve it on a colorful platter or in traditional Indian brass bowls for an eye-catching display.