Masala peanuts are a beloved Indian snack—crunchy, spicy, and utterly addictive. They’re essentially raw peanuts coated in a flavorful mix of gram flour (besan), rice flour, and spices like red chili powder, turmeric, chaat masala, and ginger-garlic paste, then deep-fried, baked, or air-fried until crisp2.

Here’s what makes them special:

• Texture: The coating crisps up beautifully, giving each peanut a satisfying crunch.

• Flavor: A bold blend of heat, tang, and umami from spices like ajwain, garam masala, and sometimes even dried mint or amchur (dried mango powder).

• Versatility: You can enjoy them as a tea-time snack, cocktail munchie, or even toss them into a chaat for extra crunch.