What is masala cashew nuts, masala kaju? Glossary | Benefits, Uses, Recipes with masala cashew nuts, masala kaju | Viewed 8597 times
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Spicy cashews, Roasted masala cashews, Masala kaju

What is masala cashew nuts, masala kaju?

Masala Cashew refers to spiced cashew nut with seasonings or spice powders added to perk up the flavour. It is an all-time favourite savoury snack, which is often shared with friends and family along with other dry fruits or sweets during Diwali and other festive occasions.

Masala Cashews are usually made by cooking the cashews in oil or ghee until they are golden brown in colour and then adding seasonings like chilli powder and salt, or other flavours like garam masala, chaat masala, pepper, etc. Alternatively, the cashews can be deep-fried and then tossed in the masalas.
Readymade Masala Cashews are available in the market, in varied flavours.

How to select masala cashew nuts, masala kaju

• Read the label to check what seasonings are added, and make your choice.
• Ensure that the packet is tightly sealed; otherwise the cashews are likely to have become soft because of humidity.

Culinary Uses of masala cashew nuts, masala kaju in Indian Cooking

• Masala cashews can be had as a snack, or served with cocktails.
• It can be added to salads to give the recipe a crunchy twist!
• Make a delicious chaat by tossing Masala Cashews with onions, chaat masala, lemon juice, chilli powder, coriander, salt, etc.

How to store masala cashew nuts, masala kaju

• Store in an air-tight container at room temperature.

Chopped masala cashew nut

Place the masala cashews on a chopping board and chop them using a sharp knife. Masala Cashews can be cut into smaller pieces to get finely chopped masala cashews. Use as recipe requirement.

Try Recipes using Masala Cashew Nuts

• Mini Cashew Idlis in Milagai Podi

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