Spicy Cashew Nuts (South Indian Curry Leaf Cashews)
Spicy Cashew Nuts (South Indian Curry Leaf Cashews) are a quick and addictive snack made with crunchy cashews, fragrant curry leaves and warming spices. Ready in minutes, they’re perfect for entertaining, sharing with drinks or adding crunch to your favourite Indian dishes.
Servings: 6
Calories: 276kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- ½ onion (thinly sliced)
- 10 curry leaves
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp chilli powder (or chilli flakes)
- 250 g cashew nuts (raw, unsalted)
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a frying pan or wok until just hot.
- Add the curry leaves and let them sizzle for 30 seconds before adding the sliced onions
- Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes then add the garlic. Fry for 1 more minute allowing the onion to brown and crisp up a little.
- Add the cashews, salt, pepper, turmeric, and chilli powder (or flakes) and stir well.
- Let the nuts fry for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to brown, stirring as you go. Remove from the heat.
- Tip the nuts onto paper towels and let them cool completely.
- Serve in a bowl as a snack or alongside other South Indian or Sri Lankan dishes.
Notes
Recipe Notes
- Don’t skip the curry leaves – they’re one of the best bits.
- Keep the cashews moving in the pan as they can catch quickly towards the end.
- These are even better once they’ve cooled completely and crisped up.
- Perfect with drinks or served alongside a South Indian or Sri Lankan feast.
Nutrition
Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 202mg | Potassium: 298mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 114IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 3mg