Masala Kaju (Fried, Air Fryer, and Baked Recipe)

These Spicy Roasted Cashew Nuts aka Masala Kaju are a quick and straightforward snack to throw together. Ideal evening or afternoon snack.

Recipe Source Link:https://www.mygingergarlickitchen.com/masala-kaju/

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

» For Masala Kaju (Spicy Roasted Cashew Nuts):

• 2 cups (300 grams)cashew nuts, whole
• 2 tablespoons melted ghee/oil
• Salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (you can also use smoked paprika or cayenne pepper)
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons chaat masala powder

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

» How to make Masala Kaju (Spicy Roasted Cashew Nuts) in an Air Fryer:

1. Preheat air fryer air-fryer to 160°C / 325°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, add raw cashews, ghee/oil, red chili powder, black pepper, chaat masala powder, and salt.
3. Mix well to coat.
4. Place seasoned cashew nuts in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
5. Air fry for 6 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
6. Remove the cashew nuts from the basket and transfer them onto a cool plate. Let them cool for 10 minutes.
7. Store spicy roasted cashews/masala kaju in an airtight container and enjoy them for up to 2 weeks.

» How to make Spicy Roasted Cashew Nuts in the oven:

1. Preheat oven to 160°C / 325°F. Line a baking/roasting tray with parchment paper or foil paper for easy cleanup.
2. Combine all the ingredients together in a bowl.
3. Toss well to coat.
4. Transfer seasoned cashews to the prepare baking tray and spread them out in a single layer.
5. Roast for 15 minutes. Stir in every 5 minutes to prevent them from burning. This way you will get evenly roasted cashew nuts.
6. Remove from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes. Once cooled store them in an airtight container and use it for up to 2 weeks.

» How to roast cashews in a microwave:

1. Add cashews, ghee/oil, and spices to a mixing bowl.
2. Mix well to combine.
3. Transfer them to a microwave-safe container and arrange them in a single layer.
4. Microwave them for 3 minutes. Take them out, stir, and microwave for 2 more minutes.
5. Take it out from the microwave and let them cool completely before storing.

RECIPE NOTES

1. Oven temperatures may vary, so keep an eye on your cashews while baking in the oven.
2. To make this masala kaju at home, make sure you buy premium quality, unsalted and unroasted cashews for this recipe to taste best.
3. If you don?t want the masala seasoning, then you can go with the most basic flavoring which is salt. Everyone likes salted roasted nuts.
4. If making them for gifting, then make sure to double or triple the quantity of cashews.