Oriental Cashew Crunch

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 2

Crunchy and hearty Oriental Cashew Crunch recipe for the perfect snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

300

Sugar

Fat

18g

Oriental Cashew Crunch is a delicious and nutritious snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. It is easy to make and contains a perfect balance of protein and fiber. The addition of cashews or peanuts in this snack provides a good amount of healthy fats and protein, while the brown sugar cereal gives it a sweet crunch. This recipe is perfect for those looking for a healthy snack on-the-go or for those who simply want to indulge in something tasty without feeling too guilty about it.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 250°F. In a large bowl mix together brown sugar cereal, chow mein noodles and cashews/peanuts.
2.	In a separate bowl mix together vegetable oil, soy sauce, garlic powder and onion powder. Pour this sauce mixture over the cereal and nut mixture and mix well.
3.	Spread the mixture on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
4.	Allow to cool completely before serving. This recipe makes a great snack for any time of the day!

PROS

This snack is easy to make and can be stored for a long time in an airtight container.

It’s a great source of protein and fiber with the cashews/peanuts and brown sugar cereal offering a sweet and crunchy taste.

CONS

One serving of Oriental Cashew Crunch has about 300 calories and a high content of sodium.
If you are watching your intake of salt, this snack should be consumed in moderation.

Also, the brown sugar cereal contains added sugar, so it’s best not to eat too much of this snack at one time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cashews or peanuts are a healthy source of unsaturated fats and protein which can help in reducing the risk of heart disease.
Brown sugar cereals can act as a great carbohydrate source providing that instant energy boost when required.
This snack also has an adequate amount of sodium which is essential for the body to function properly.

	8 cups of quaker squares-brown sugar cereal
	1 can chow mein noodles
	1 1/2 cups cashews or 1 1/2 cups peanuts
	1/3 cup vegetable oil
	3 tablespoons soy sauce
	1 teaspoon garlic powder
	1 teaspoon onion powder