appetizer

Ashima's Puffed Rice Snack

Name: Ashima's Puffed Rice Snack
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups puffed rice; 1/2 cup peanuts; 1 tbsp mustard oil; 1 tsp turmeric; Salt to taste; 1/2 cup diced onion; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

This snack is reminiscent of the comfort food Ashima makes when she feels homesick, reflecting her ties to Indian culture.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 25 minutesServes 8 servingsEasy

Ingredients

2 cups puffed rice
1/2 cup peanuts
1 tbsp mustard oil
1 tsp turmeric
Salt to taste
1/2 cup diced onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

1
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
2
Add peanuts and fry until golden.
3
Add onions and sauté until translucent.
4
Stir in turmeric and salt.
5
Add puffed rice and toss to coat evenly.