Chaat Masala Mixed Nuts With Cornflakes

These spiced nuts are tangy, spicy, and the perfect thing to nibble on with drinks during the holidays. The key ingredient is chaat masala spice mix—don’t confuse or replace it with garam masala or another spice mix. Chaat masala includes kala namak (black salt), which gives it a funky umami kick, and amchoor (dried green mango powder), which adds a mouthwatering sourness. Unlike some other masalas, chaat masala doesn’t need to be cooked in oil. It’s a finishing spice that works straight out of the container. (Garam masala, on the other hand, is more robust, with lots of warming spices, such black cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, and needs to be cooked in oil before being added to hearty meat or vegetable dishes.) With extra crunch from cornflakes and a determined kick from cayenne, these will keep you coming back for more.