Spicy Samay Baji (तातेको समय बाजी)
तातेको समय बाजी (Spicy Samay Baji) is a traditional Newari snack that is popular during festivals and celebrations. It is a flavorful and spicy mixture of beaten rice, fried lentils, peanuts, and other ingredients that is enjoyed with a variety of accompaniments.
Ingredients
- 2 cups beaten rice (chiura)
- 1/2 cup fried lentils (wala)
- 1/4 cup peanuts
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp chopped green chilies
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 2 tbsp mustard oil
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the beaten rice, fried lentils, peanuts, cilantro, green chilies, and onions.
- Drizzle mustard oil over the mixture and sprinkle with turmeric and salt.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- तातेको समय बाजी (Spicy Samay Baji) is ready to be served.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Serving plates
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Spicy Samay Baji with yogurt, pickles, and achar for a complete Newari experience.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of flavor, squeeze some lemon juice over the samay baji before serving.
Cost
$5