Kadju Badun (Deviled Cashewnuts)
appetizers, indian
225 gm cashewnuts
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon water
250 ml oil
1 teaspoon chilli powder
Mix the cashewnuts, paprika, turmeric, salt and water together in a bowl and allow to stand for 1 hour. Heat the oil and deep fry the cashewnuts until evenly browned. Remove from the oil, drain well and place on serving dish. Sprinkle with chilli powder and mix well. From: "A taste of Sri Lanka" by Indra Jayasekera, ISBN 962 224 010 0
Yield: 6 servings