Asian-Flavored Snack Mix

Health score
8%
Asian-Flavored Snack Mix
300 min.
14
359kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your snacking game? This Asian-Flavored Snack Mix is the perfect blend of crunchy, savory, and slightly spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and keep you coming back for more. Whether you're hosting a gathering, enjoying a movie night, or simply looking for a delicious treat to satisfy your cravings, this snack mix is sure to impress.

With a delightful combination of Asian rice crackers, chow mein noodles, and roasted cashews, each bite offers a satisfying crunch. The addition of wasabi peas adds a zesty kick, while the sweet and savory butter mixture, infused with hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and aromatic spices, brings everything together in perfect harmony. This recipe is not only easy to make but also allows you to prepare it ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy days.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as you bake this mix to perfection, stirring it every 15 minutes to ensure an even crisp. Once cooled, it can be stored in an airtight container, ready to be enjoyed whenever the mood strikes. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a snack that will be the star of any occasion. Your friends and family will be asking for the recipe, and you’ll be proud to share this delightful Asian-inspired treat!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • oz asian rice cracker snack mix 
  • ounces chow mein noodles canned
  • ounces rice chex 
  • cups roasted cashews salted
  • 0.8 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • tablespoons hoisin sauce 
  • ounces popped popcorn 
  • tablespoon sesame oil 
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted cut into 8 pieces
  • cup wasabi peas dried

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 250°F with racks in upper and lower thirds.
  2. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and whisk in sugar, soy, hoisin, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger and cayenne.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Combine popcorn, rice cereal, chow mein noodles, Asian snack mix, cashews and wasabi peas in a very large bowl.
  5. Drizzle with butter mixture and toss well to coat.
  6. Spread evenly in 2 large (18- by 13-inch) rimmed sheet pans.
  7. Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, a total of 1 hour.
  8. Cool completely in pans on racks.
  9. Snack mix can be made 2 days ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature. If for some reason it needs to be re-crisped, reheat it in the rimmed sheet pans in a preheated 250°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories359kcal
Protein8.82%
Fat46.06%
Carbs45.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.46
Glycemic Load
3.79
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.428260834321%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:359.23kcal
17.96%
Fat:18.91g
29.09%
Saturated Fat:6.6g
41.23%
Carbohydrates:41.67g
13.89%
Net Carbohydrates:38.92g
14.15%
Sugar:5.61g
6.23%
Cholesterol:17.74mg
5.91%
Sodium:579.9mg
25.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.15g
16.3%
Iron:8.4mg
46.66%
Manganese:0.77mg
38.64%
Folate:114.08µg
28.52%
Copper:0.5mg
25.09%
Zinc:3.11mg
20.74%
Magnesium:68.63mg
17.16%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.95%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.94%
Vitamin B3:3.12mg
15.6%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.44%
Phosphorus:153.27mg
15.33%
Vitamin B12:0.7µg
11.68%
Fiber:2.75g
11%
Vitamin A:484.27IU
9.69%
Vitamin K:8.68µg
8.27%
Selenium:5.36µg
7.65%
Calcium:60.84mg
6.08%
Potassium:181.74mg
5.19%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.98%
Vitamin C:3.98mg
4.82%
Vitamin D:0.57µg
3.81%
Vitamin E:0.54mg
3.61%
Source:Epicurious