Nellai Mixture is a popular South Indian snack that originated in the city of Tirunelveli (also known as Nellai) in Tamil Nadu.
It is made from a combination of besan (gram flour), rice flour, spices, and nuts that are mixed together and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown.
The mixture typically contains roasted peanuts, cashews, fried gram dal (pottukadalai), thinly sliced coconut pieces, and curry leaves, among other ingredients.
Nellai Mixture has a spicy and savory flavor, and is often served as a snack with tea or coffee.
It can be stored in an airtight container for several weeks, making it a popular snack to take on long journeys or to have on hand for unexpected guests.