ingredients

Decades ago in India, the Original Bhuja MIx was created. Using local spices and fruit, the family business grew in size as a maker of the best tasting snack in the region. After three generations, the family business continues to expand, travelling around the world from Kadod in India to South Africa, the Pacific Islands, Fiji, and now to New Zealand. Throughout the generations, we've left the recipe unchanged, simply because it tastes so darn good.

Here’s why.

Our ingredients are completely natural. In fact, we’re going to show you exactly what goes into the Original Bhuja Mix by Kadods. We got samples of the spices and other ingredients in the Bhuja Mix, photographed them and wrote a little something about how they’re used in the Bhuja Mix. We guarantee that after you look through the photos and descriptions, you will want to taste it for yourself!

Browse the ingredients by hovering over each photo and find out a little more about what we add into our very own Bhuja Mix!

Cumin seeds are widely accepted as one of the most popular seeds in the world, with profound culinary and medicinal uses. Used in many countries native recipes, including India, Cumin Seeds are the staple of flavoursome and tasty food, that is also beneficial to your health.

Fennel Seeds are commonly used in the Indian and Middle Eastern subcontinent. They are known to have medicinal benefits including soothing the intestines, and increasing eyesight. Fennel Seeds also have a prominent reputation in European countries including Italy and Greece.

Known as Pasemeal, Pea Flour is used in the making of our noodle-like ingredient. The colour of Pea Flour is naturally yellow, hence the appearance in our Bhuja Mix. Pea Flour is gluten free and high in protein and starch. It is a much healthier alternative to wheat-based products.

Rice Flakes, also referred to as Flattened Rice, has a very high reputation in India and the surrounding area as a very diverse and easy to use ingredient in cooking. It is different from rice flakes that you may find in a cereal box, our flakes offer much more nutrition as it is not produced from refined rice.

Sultanas are dried large dark grapes. They are packed full of natural sugars, with about 70% of a raisin being fructose. This means that they provide plenty of energy for an active lifestyle. Our Bhuja Mix differs from other brands due to our use of dried fruits. It not only enhances the flavour, but also provides natural sugar.

Rice Puffs, or Pori, is a commonly used grain particularly in Indian cuisine. It is also used as a gift given to Hindu gods in many areas of India. Once again, our rice puffs are not the type found in cereal boxes, but instead pack more nutrients and natural goodness.

Cornflakes are created through the treatment of maize. They are very diverse in a culinary sense, and benefit your body by providing sustenance to maintain a working and active body through the day. Our cornflakes are made from the finest corn.

Yellow Split Peas are a good source of protein and vitamins. They have a mild, earthy flavour and a soft texture. Yellow Split Peas are also known to have one of the highest amount of fibre occurring naturally. They are a healthy and yummy addition in the Bhuja Mix.

With low calories and a mild taste, Mung beans are the perfect balance of healthy and tasty eating. Also, they are highly digestible and are rich in protein. Mung beans are high in starch and offer an alternative source of Vitamin C.

Curry leaves are indeed used to make curry powder. It is also used a lot as a herb in Indian medicine. Its properties include being an anti-diabetic, antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agent. It is also known to make hair look healthy and is a source of iron.

Chilli powder is an essential part of an Indian diet. It is generally a grounded mixture of a variety of chilli peppers. Found in many Indian dishes, it is commonly used to add spice and flavour.

Ajowan is traditionally used in dishes and Indian medicine, offering a taste similar to thyme only much stronger. Once roasted, Ajowan seeds offer a complex and more subtle aroma, and that is what we are after in our Bhuja Mix.

Green peas are commonly used in Western and Indian dishes. Peas are high in Vitamins A,C and B and lutein. Our green peas are sourced from New Zealand, cooked and then added to our Bhuja Mix.

Turmeric is a common spice used in a variety of ways. The plant grows in a tropical atmosphere in South Asia. It contains essential oils and is used as a supplement in the USA. It is traditionally used as an anti-ageing agent is is believed to be good for your skin. The taste of Turmeric is very distinct, offering a peppery flavour and mustardy smell.