Low Fat Savory Puffed Rice Snack
Delight your taste buds with this Low Fat Savory Puffed Rice Snack, a quick and healthy recipe that's perfect for guilt-free munching. Crafted with light and airy puffed rice, this Indian-inspired treat is infused with aromatic curry leaves, spicy green chili, and a hint of turmeric and red chili powder for a flavorful kick. Crunchy roasted peanuts add a nutty texture, while a balance of salt and sugar creates a subtle harmony of flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this low-calorie snack is prepared with minimal oil, making it an ideal choice for weight watchers and health-conscious snackers. Serve it as a crispy tea-time treat or pack it as a portable snack for busy days. Easy to make, irresistibly tasty, and naturally gluten-free, this savory puffed rice mix will be your new go-to for wholesome snacking!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups puffed rice
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 10 leaves curry leaves
- 1 unit green chili
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 0.25 cup peanuts
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon sugar
Directions
Step 1
Start by finely slicing the green chili and keeping it aside. Ensure to remove the seeds if you prefer a milder spice level.
Step 2
Heat the 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan on medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
Step 3
Add 10 curry leaves and the sliced green chili to the pan. Stir continuously for about a minute until the curry leaves are crisp and the chili is slightly fried.
Step 4
Next, add 0.25 cup of peanuts to the pan. Roast them in the oil for about 2-3 minutes until they are lightly golden and aromatic.
Step 5
Add 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 0.5 teaspoon of red chili powder to the pan. Stir well to coat the peanuts and other ingredients with the spices.
Step 6
Immediately add 4 cups of puffed rice to the pan. Mix everything together thoroughly, ensuring that the puffed rice is evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Step 7
Sprinkle 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of sugar over the puffed rice. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
Step 8
Reduce the heat to low and continue to stir the mixture gently for 2-3 minutes. This will help the puffed rice absorb the flavors and become crisp.
Step 9
Turn off the heat and transfer the savory puffed rice snack to a large bowl. Allow it to cool completely before serving or storing.
Step 10
Once cooled, serve the puffed rice snack in small bowls or store it in an airtight container for up to a week to maintain its crispiness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (136.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 600.5 |
| Total Fat 34.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1334.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.0g | |
| Protein 14.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 64.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 528.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories