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    Home » gluten free

    Chana Masala Spiced Roasted Nuts. vegan gluten-free snack!

    Published: Apr 12, 2012 · Modified: Aug 18, 2018 by Richa 38 Comments

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    These spiced roasted nuts are super simple to whip up and are very addictive! I don’t know about you, but salty crunchy things are to me or most Indians as gooey sugary tooth achingly sweet cinnamon rolls or doughnuts!
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    You can add any spice mix to these, some garam masala spice blend, cajun spice, chipotle pepper flakes, or some dry herbs like thyme, rosemary, dill. 
    I usually roast the nuts in a skillet on stove top as the heat can be controlled and they take just a few minutes. The nuts can also be baked until golden. 
     
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    A bowl of spiced roasted nuts on a blue wood background
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    Chana Masala Spiced Roasted Nuts

    A vegan gluten-free snack! Masala Spiced Roasted Nuts are super addictive. 
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time20 mins
    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: Glutenfree, Indian, Vegan
    Keyword: roasted nuts, spicy snack, vegan snack
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 112kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    • 1-1.5 cups (144 g) nuts of choice Cashews, pecans, walnuts, almonds, macadamia, pistachios etc
    • 1 teaspoon oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) spice blend of choice like garam masala or chana masala spice blend I used Chana masala/Chole spice blend , available in all Indian stores as chole masala
    • 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) salt or to taste
    • black pepper or chili powder to taste

    Instructions

    • In a large skillet, add a teaspoon of oil and heat over low-medium.
    • When hot, add a cup of nuts(I used cashews, walnuts, pecans, almonds, pistachios), salt, black pepper and chana masala spice blend to taste, and mix to coat well.
    • Roast on stove stirring every few seconds for 8-10 minutes until cashews start to look golden.(Reduce heat to low after 6 or so minutes to reduce chances of burning)
    • Take off heat. The nuts will continue to roast for the next 2-3 minutes once off heat too. The Omega fats in the nuts can burn and damage easily, so roast them to just a light golden.
    • Cool completely, adjust salt and spice. Snack!
    • You can also bake these for about 12-15 minutes at preheated 330 degrees F. Stir once after 10 minutes and check on them. Oven temperatures vary, so keep the temperature on the lower side.
    • You can roast the nuts on stove or bake with no oil too, the spices and herbs might not stick as well.

    Notes

    For Variation: add a 1/4 cup of dried fruit like currant, cranberries or raisins after 5 minutes of roasting.
     
    Nutritional values are based on one serving

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Chana Masala Spiced Roasted Nuts
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 112 Calories from Fat 81
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 9g14%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Sodium 147mg6%
    Potassium 107mg3%
    Carbohydrates 4g1%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Protein 3g6%
    Calcium 18mg2%
    Iron 0.8mg4%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. traditionallymodernfood

      May 23, 2014 at 11:01 pm

      Healthy snack!!

      Reply
    2. Amrita

      May 09, 2012 at 6:09 am

      Oh, we make something very similar at home every time there’s a party and especially when there’s going to be booze and cocktails going around! In our case its mostly peanuts and cashews quick-fried in chilli powder and amchoor, but I agree with you, they’re so totally addictive! By the time dinner is served we’re already filled to the brim with these nuts. 😀

      Reply
    3. Recipes for food

      May 09, 2012 at 3:18 am

      i will try that at my home…………

      Reply
    4. The Steaming Pot

      May 02, 2012 at 2:09 pm

      These look totally addictive! Was hard to tear my eyes away from the pictures 🙂

      Reply
    5. Anonymous

      April 25, 2012 at 4:49 pm

      Have you thought about putting a cookbook together?I’d buy it 🙂

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 25, 2012 at 7:13 pm

        Thank you !:)) That is really sweet. I am counting all the cook book requests:) as soon as they hit a good number i’ll write one. or maybe an ebook till then!:)

        Reply
    6. Aruna Advaney

      April 20, 2012 at 7:37 am

      Sweet! I’m looking for something salty to mix with M&Ms. 🙂

      Reply
    7. Janelle (Gluten Freely Frugal)

      April 16, 2012 at 11:23 pm

      This looks delicious! Thanks for sharing on Allergy-Free Wednesday!

      Reply
    8. Hannah

      April 16, 2012 at 2:20 am

      That looks like one incredible snack! I can’t keep spiced nuts like this around the house, because they’re far too addictive. I know I’d go through a whole batch in mere days, without any help!

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 16, 2012 at 6:12 am

        Yes, true that!:) these dont last long. so i make smaller bowls and keep in different areas of the house. 🙂

        Reply
    9. beti

      April 15, 2012 at 10:44 pm

      this is the perfect snack! I might become addicted to them

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 16, 2012 at 6:12 am

        There is a very high chance that you will!:)

        Reply
    10. Deeps @ Naughty Curry

      April 15, 2012 at 8:33 am

      i love roasted spicy nuts, its always the first one to get over at parties though i never used channa masala powder that sounds nice 🙂 all the best for the fund raiser

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 16, 2012 at 6:13 am

        Thanks you Deeps! the chana masala adds a fun spice.. not too sour like chaat masala and not too hot like garama masala

        Reply
    11. maha

      April 14, 2012 at 9:09 pm

      delicious inviting nuts.
      maha

      Reply
    12. Poornima Nair

      April 14, 2012 at 3:20 pm

      What a wonderful and healthy snack! Very tempting!

      Reply
    13. Caitlin

      April 13, 2012 at 11:30 pm

      i’ve always been a fan of assorted nuts and these look amazing!

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 16, 2012 at 6:15 am

        thanks Caitlin! These are super deliciousfor sure1

        Reply
    14. Arani @ Add that Xtra in the Ordinary

      April 13, 2012 at 8:51 pm

      what a nutri-licious idea for the family tea time snacks.

      Reply
    15. Sunday Morning Banana Pancakes

      April 13, 2012 at 8:34 pm

      I love nuts any which way – they are my go to quick snack before working out!

      …I am getting together a few ideas for the fundraiser, i haven’t forgotten 🙂

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 16, 2012 at 6:14 am

        Thanks Heather! I am sure you havent forgotten:)

        Reply
    16. Jenn Kendall

      April 13, 2012 at 8:05 pm

      these sound like a fabulous snack! love it!

      Reply
    17. dassana

      April 13, 2012 at 2:39 pm

      i too sometimes make nuts this way with the indian spices.

      such a beautiful cause. i am with you and support this fully…..

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 13, 2012 at 7:13 pm

        Thank you Dassana! Lets get the fundraiser rolling !

        Reply
    18. Tina

      April 13, 2012 at 4:48 am

      healthy and delicious..

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 13, 2012 at 7:12 pm

        Thank you Tina!

        Reply
    19. Terra

      April 13, 2012 at 4:02 am

      I am trying to find fun new snacks for my travels still, love this savory spice mixture! They sound delicious:-) Hugs, Terra

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 13, 2012 at 7:11 pm

        Thanks Terra. Yes these stay fresh for a while.. if they can stay untouched there for that long!:) Hugs back!

        Reply
    20. Hannah

      April 13, 2012 at 3:37 am

      If I had these right beside me right now, in five minutes I wouldn’t anymore 😛

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 13, 2012 at 7:10 pm

        i can totally see that happening:)

        Reply
    21. Laura

      April 13, 2012 at 2:55 am

      What a tasty snack and full of flavor! I could gobble a few bowls up right about now 🙂

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 13, 2012 at 7:10 pm

        i know these are very addictive!

        Reply
    22. GiGi

      April 13, 2012 at 12:53 am

      What a beautiful cause. Look at those beautiful creatures…yes I mean the nuts and the animals. an I adopt the nuts and the animals? Thank you for doing this.

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 13, 2012 at 1:15 am

        Sure Gigi. If you have place for like 1300 animals.. you sure can! 🙂

        Reply
    23. Kalyani

      April 12, 2012 at 8:04 pm

      wow very healthy snack ….

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 13, 2012 at 1:14 am

        Thank you Kalyani!

        Reply

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