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Besan Masala Peanuts, Microwave Besan Masala Groundnut

 

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besan masala peanuts recipe | microwave besan masala groundnut recipe | healthy besan masala peanuts | no fry besan masala peanuts is a protein rich snack to munch on at any time of the day. Learn how to make microwave besan masala groundnut recipe.

To make besan masala peanuts, combine all the ingredients, except the peanuts and oil in a deep bowl and mix well. Keep aside. Combine the raw peanuts and enough water in a deep bowl and immediately strain it. Add the strained peanuts to the besan mixture along with approx. 2 tbsp of water and mix well with a spoon. Add the oil and again mix well using a spoon. Place the peanut mixture on a big microwave safe plate and lightly spread them. Microwave on high for 4 minutes and lightly separate them. Again microwave on high for 1 minute and toss gently. Repeat step 6 two more times and cool completely. Serve or store in an air-tight container. Use as required.

Crisp and spicy besan masala peanuts are very popular all over India. They are flavoured in different ways – in the North, they are made with a slightly tangy flavour, while in the South it is more of spice than tang, but irrespective of the seasoning, the snack itself is very famous and much-loved by Indians.

Here we show you how to make amazing no fry besan masala peanuts easily using the microwave oven. This way, it is made with very little oil and is therefore lower in fats. All the health fans can prepare a batch and store it in an airtight container and benefit from the protein in the peanuts.

Once the peanuts are cooked, cool them completely. They will be soft when hot, and get the crispness only after cooling. The time taken to cook healthy besan masala peanuts might vary depending on the power and size of your microwave oven, so keep checking on the peanuts during step 6. However, at step 5, do not open the oven. You must open and check only after the first 4 minutes of cooking.

You can also try other recipes that can be made in a microwave like poha chivda or microwave popcorn.

Tips for besan masala peanuts. 1. Mix well with a spoon. This will help coat the besan mixture to the peanuts. 2. Add 1 tablespoon oil. This will help stick the marination to the peanuts. 3. Lightly separate the peanuts with your fingers. This is important to do as when we microwave again the peanuts become separate. 4. Immediately strain raw peanuts using a strainer. 5. Store microwave besan masala groundnut recipe | healthy besan masala peanuts | no fry besan masala peanuts | in an air-tight container for 7 days.

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Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:    Makes 2 cups

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  1. To make {span class="bold1"}besan masala peanuts{/span}, combine all the ingredients, except the peanuts and oil in a deep bowl and mix well. Keep aside.
  2. Combine the raw peanuts and enough water in a deep bowl and immediately strain it.
  3. Add the strained peanuts to the besan mixture along with approx. 2 tbsp of water and mix well with a spoon.
  4. Add the oil and again mix well using a spoon.
  5. Place the peanut mixture on a big microwave safe plate and lightly spread them. Microwave on high for 4 minutes and lightly separate them.
  6. Again microwave on high for 1 minute and toss gently.
  7. Repeat step 6 two more times and cool completely.
  8. Serve or store the {span class="bold1"}besan masala peanuts{/span} in an air-tight container. Use as required.

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what is microwave besan masala peanuts made off?
  1. what is microwave  besan masala peanuts made off? besan masala peanuts is made from cheap and easily available ingredients such as 5 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour), 3/4 tsp chilli powder, 1/2 tsp black salt (sanchal), 1/2 tsp coriander-cumin seeds (dhania-jeera) powder, 3/4 tsp dried mango powder (amchur), 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing), 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi), 2 pinches baking soda, 1 cup raw peanuts and 1 tbsp oil. See below image of list of ingredients for besan masala peanuts.

which peanuts to use?
  1. Raw Peanuts is not just another pulse! It holds a special place in the Indian kitchen. In fact, many people tend to allot one of the compartments of their masala box to the humble peanut as it is so frequently used in everyday cooking. Given below is an image of raw peanuts which is easily available in India all year. 

besan mixture for besan masala peanuts
  1. In a deep bowl put 5 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour).
  2. Add 3/4 tsp chilli powder.
  3. Add 1/2 tsp black salt (sanchal).
  4. Add 1/2 tsp coriander-cumin seeds (dhania-jeera) powder.
  5. Add 3/4 tsp dried mango powder (amchur).
  6. Add 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing).
  7. Add 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
  8. Add 2 pinches baking soda.
  9. Mix well.
  10. Keep aside besan mixture.

making besan masala peanuts
  1. Take a bowl of water.
  2. Put the raw peanuts in the water.
  3. Immediately strain raw peanuts using a strainer. 
  4. Add the strained peanuts to the besan mixture.
  5. Add 2 tbsp of water.
  6. Mix well with a spoon. This will help coat the besan mixture to the peanuts.
  7. Add 1 tablespoon oil. This will help stick the marination to the peanuts.
  8. Mix well using a spoon.
  9. Place the peanut mixture on a big microwave safe plate and lightly spread them.
  10. Microwave on high for 4 minutes.
  11. Lightly separate the peanuts with your fingers. This is important to do as when we microwave again the peanuts become separate.
  12. Again microwave on high for 1 minute and toss gently.
  13. Again microwave on high for 1 minute and toss gently. This is the second time we are doing it.
  14. Finally microwave on high for 1 minute and toss gently. This is the third time we are doing it.
  15. Cool besan masala peanuts | microwave besan masala groundnut | healthy besan masala peanuts | no fry besan masala peanuts | for 5 minutes. This will also harden the microwaved peanuts.
  16. Put healthy besan masala peanuts in a serving bowl. This is a perfect healthy Indian snack or evening snack to have.
  17. Serve besan masala peanuts | microwave besan masala groundnut | healthy besan masala peanuts | no fry besan masala peanuts | or store in an air-tight container. Use as required.

tips for besan masala peanuts
  1. Mix well with a spoon. This will help coat the besan mixture to the peanuts.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon oil. This will help stick the marination to the peanuts.
  3. Lightly separate the peanuts with your fingers. This is important to do as when we microwave again the peanuts become separate.
  4. Immediately strain raw peanuts using a strainer. 
  5. Store microwave besan masala groundnut | healthy besan masala peanuts | no fry besan masala peanuts | in an air-tight container for 7 days.

health benefits of besan masala peanuts
  1. No Fry Besan Masala Peanuts - a healthy snack.
  2. Peanuts have abundance protein in them which helps to boost metabolism and add satiety.
  3. Peanuts also are a good source of B vitamins which help in energy metabolism in the body.
  4. They also contain healthy fats from Oleic Acid which helps to fight inflammation in the body.
  5. Peanuts can also help manage blood sugar levels and thus this sncak is a wise pick for diabetics too.
Nutrient values per cup
Energy210 cal
Protein7.9 g
Carbohydrates22.5 g
Fiber5.8 g
Fat9.8 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Vitamin A116.1 mcg
Vitamin B10.2 mg
Vitamin B20.1 mg
Vitamin B31 mg
Vitamin C0.4 mg
Folic Acid56.5 mcg
Calcium21.5 mg
Iron2 mg
Magnesium49.6 mg
Phosphorus126 mg
Sodium27.5 mg
Potassium273.5 mg
Zinc0.7 mg
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Reviews

Besan Masala Peanuts, Microwave Besan Masala Groundnut
 on 13 May 18 12:24 AM
5

It was easy to make. I added a little too much water so the peanuts stuck to each other after microwaving. I broke them into flat chunks and I like the taste. Simple, easy and delicious. I''d add a little more chilli powder for my taste.
Edited after original posting.
Tarla Dalal
14 May 18 08:50 AM
   Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted you loved the Besan masala peanuts recipe. Do try our other recipes and share your thoughts about the same. Happy cooking!
Besan Masala Peanuts, Microwave Besan Masala Groundnut
 on 22 Dec 17 05:02 AM
5

It was very easy to do and the taste is really good. Awesome snack for evening with tea. Yum. Thanks
Tarla Dalal
22 Dec 17 08:39 AM
   Hi, Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed it... Happy Cooking !!
Besan Masala Peanuts, Microwave Besan Masala Groundnut
 on 26 Sep 17 03:51 PM
5

Excellent recepie
Tarla Dalal
26 Sep 17 04:09 PM
   Hi, Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed it... Happy Cooking !!
Masala Peanuts ( Microwave Recipe)
 on 03 Mar 12 03:25 PM
5

very nice easy and healthier than the fried one.
Tarla Dalal
15 Jul 17 01:16 PM
   Thanks Hooty for the feedback.
Masala Peanuts ( Microwave Recipe)
 on 08 Nov 11 08:33 PM
5

Great recipe. Much healthier than the fried version...
Masala Peanuts ( Microwave Recipe)
 on 08 Dec 10 12:28 AM
5

Great way of making a variation of peanuts as snacks! its really yummy and stays for long too!