Spicy mixture namkeen is a crunchy, savory Indian snack made from a diverse mix of deep-fried, crispy ingredients like lentils, peanuts, chickpeas, sev (crispy chickpea flour noodles), and puffed rice, all seasoned with a bold blend of spices including red chili powder, cumin, and other aromatic Indian spices. Typically enjoyed as a tea-time snack, it offers a delightful combination of textures and a fiery, flavorful taste that caters to spice lovers.
Key characteristics:
- Texture:Intensely crunchy and crispy from the deep-fried components.
- Flavor:A balance of salty, spicy, and sometimes tangy notes, with heat coming from ingredients like red chili powder and black pepper.
- Ingredients:A medley of components that can include:
- Legumes: Fried lentils, chickpeas, and various types of gram flour snacks.
- Nuts & Seeds: Peanuts (often with skin) are a common inclusion.
- Crispy Elements: Sev (fried chickpea flour strands), boondi (fried chickpea flour balls), and sometimes even rice or corn flakes.
- Aromatics: Fried curry leaves are a signature ingredient in many regional variations.
- Spices:A traditional blend that can feature chili, cumin, turmeric, black salt, and sometimes dried mango powder for tanginess.
- Occasion:A popular choice for evening tea, general snacking, and celebrations.
Variations:
- Regional differences:The specific ingredients and flavor profile can vary significantly from region to region in India.
- Spice level:Products range from mildly spicy to intensely hot, with some marketed as "teekha" (spicy) or "extra spicy".
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Mrs. Santilata Sahu (Shanti Masala & Mixture)
Sudasudia Mirigothana Kaptipada, Udala, Mayurbhanj, Odisha - 757040, India
https://www.shantimasala.co.in
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