Soy-Free Spicy Chevda Snack Mix

Elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Soy-Free Spicy Chevda Snack Mix! Packed with puffed rice, poha (flattened rice), crunchy peanuts, cashews, and sweet bursts of raisins, this Indian-inspired snack is lightly spiced with turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili for a bold, aromatic flavor. It’s toasted to perfection with a tempered seasoning of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies, making it the ultimate blend of crispy, savory, and slightly sweet textures. Perfectly soy-free and ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile snack is an ideal companion for tea time, road trips, or anytime munching. Easy to store and even easier to devour, this homemade chevda will quickly become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups Puffed rice (murmura)
• 2 cups Poha (flattened rice)
• 1 cup Raw peanuts
• 0.5 cup Raw cashews
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 1 cup Chickpea flour sev (optional, for crunch)
• 3 tablespoons Oil (neutral, such as sunflower or avocado)
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 10 leaves Curry leaves (fresh or dried)
• 3 Dried red chilies
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder (adjust for spice level)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (ground)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large, thick-bottomed pan over medium heat and add the oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds and allow them to pop.

Step 3

Immediately add the curry leaves and dried red chilies, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the turmeric, red chili powder, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Cook the spices for 30 seconds to release their aroma.

Step 5

Add the raw peanuts and cashews to the pan and stir fry until they turn golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the poha (flattened rice) and toss well to coat with the spices. Toast over low heat until they turn crisp, about 3 minutes.

Step 7

Next, add the puffed rice and toss again to combine. Let the mixture heat and crisp up for 3-5 more minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning.

Step 8

Mix in the raisins, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and taste to adjust the spice and seasoning.

Step 9

If using sev, gently fold it into the mix at the end to keep it crispy.

Step 10

Remove the pan from heat and allow the chevda to cool completely before transferring it into an airtight container.

Step 11

Serve as a snack on its own or paired with a cup of tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1233.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4100.3

Total Fat 190.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3269.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 540.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.8g	0%
Total Sugars 73.3g
Protein 107.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 440.5mg	0%
Iron 37.1mg	0%
Potassium 3461.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.8%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 50.2%