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Pankaj’s Addictive Chilli Peanuts with Lime
Introduction from Rukmini Iyer
This recipe takes a packet of salted peanuts to the next level, and comes from my friend Mo’s dad Pankaj. He’s a wonderful host, so it’s unsurprising that these are a brilliant pre-dinner snack to have with drinks – I’ll inevitably make up a batch just before guests arrive to go with a glass of champagne (if I get to the guests first) or a chilled craft beer (if Tim gets there first). We’ll also down a bowlful between the two of us on a night in with a glass of wine. You could use this seasoning on sev (chickpea noodles) too, or a packet of Bombay mix.
Ingredients
Method
Tip the peanuts, onion, chilli and coriander into a bowl and mix with the juice of one of the limes.
Taste, and add the juice of the second lime as needed – I like mine very limey; you may prefer a little less. You could chop in another chilli if you like too. Serve immediately.
If you want to prep ahead, keep the peanuts, the onion mixed with chilli and the juice of 1 lime and the coriander in 3 separate covered bowls, then mix everything together with the juice of the remaining lime just before you’re ready to serve. The onions will turn a vibrant pink while they sit in the lime juice, which is quite pleasing. You can also add finely diced cherry tomatoes just before serving if you wish.
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India Express: Simple and Delicious Recipes for Every Day
75 recipes inspired by the vibrant flavours of South India and Bengal
Speedy and fuss-free recipes for maximum flavour in return for minimum effort
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