Here is an authentic indian recipe for Masala nuts you might want to try - this is a family recipe!! it is hard to stop eating these once you start! More chili powder can be added for extra hot mixed nuts.
2 cups nuts (peanuts and cashews)
2 tsp. oil
1/2 tsp. roasted cumin powder
1/2 tsp mango powder (amchoor)
1/2 tsp. salt (for unsalted nuts only)
1/2 tsp. red chili powder
1 tsp. garam masala
1/2 tsp. chaat masala
Note: if raw nuts are used, roasting time will be more than 10 minutes. Canned nuts are already cooked and not raw.
Heat oil on low-medium and add nuts. Heat nuts until heated thoroughly (about 10 minutes) while mixing . Add rest of ingredients, one at a time, while stirring constantly. let cool and serve at room temperature.
Payal