Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for Roasted Kaju (Roasted Cashew Nuts) that you can enjoy as a snack or serve at parties:
🥜 Roasted Kaju Recipe (Pan / Air Fryer / Oven)
✅ Ingredients:
- Cashew nuts (kaju) – 1 cup
- Ghee or oil – 1 to 2 tsp
- Salt – to taste
- Black pepper or red chili powder – ¼ tsp (optional)
- Chaat masala – ¼ tsp (optional)
- Curry leaves – few (optional, for South Indian flavor)
🔹 Method 1: Pan Roasted
- Heat a non-stick pan or heavy-bottomed kadai on low-medium flame.
- Add ghee or oil.
- Add cashews and roast, stirring continuously, for 6–8 minutes or until golden brown.
- Turn off the flame. Sprinkle salt and spices of choice.
- Mix well and cool before serving.
🔹 Method 2: Air Fryer Roasted
- Preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F) for 3 minutes.
- Toss cashews with 1 tsp oil or ghee and salt/spices.
- Spread in a single layer in the basket.
- Air fry for 6–8 minutes, shaking halfway. Keep an eye to avoid burning.
- Cool and store in an airtight container.
🔹 Method 3: Oven Roasted
- Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).
- Mix cashews with ghee/oil and seasoning.
- Spread on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, stirring once in between.
- Let them cool before serving or storing.
🔸 Flavor Ideas:
- Spicy: Red chili powder + black salt + chaat masala
- Herb: Crushed dried curry leaves + black pepper
- Sweet: Toss with sugar and a pinch of cinnamon after roasting in ghee
