Mahj House Signature Snack Mix

A wonderful recipe for the next time you host.

The East Wind Mix

(Savory Classic)

If you’ve ever hosted a Mahjong game, you know the "snacks" are just as important as the "bams and dots." This week, we’re sharing our secret recipe for the Mahj House Signature Snack Mix: The East Wind Edition.

We took the nostalgia of the classic Chex Mix—the "GOAT" of savory snacks—and gave it a sophisticated, high-protein upgrade. It’s got that buttery, garlicky crunch we all crave, but we’ve balanced it with roasted chickpeas and freeze-dried edamame to keep your energy up through the final round.

Why You’ll Love It:

• The Flavor: A deeply savory blend of Worcestershire, garlic, onion, and Italian herbs.

• The Texture: We use the "low and slow" baking method to get that perfect, non-greasy crunch.

• Dietary Friendly: It’s naturally vegetarian and easily adaptable for Gluten-Free or Vegan guests without sacrificing flavor.

• Batch Ready: One recipe makes 14 cups—more than enough for your whole quad.

What’s Inside:

• The Base: Rice and Corn Chex + GF pretzels.

• The Protein: Whole raw cashews, almonds, roasted chickpeas, and edamame.

• The Sauce: A seasoned butter glaze that hits every single crevice of the cereal.

Pro Tip from the Kitchen: Don't skip the 15-minute stir! It’s the secret to even toasting and making sure those spices don't settle at the bottom of the pan.

The East Wind Mix (Savory Classic)

Ingredients (Makes about 14 cups)

•   3 cups Rice Chex cereal (GF certified)

•   3 cups Corn Chex cereal (GF certified)

•   1½ cups whole raw cashews

•   1½ cups whole raw almonds

•   1½ cups bite-sized pretzels (GF if needed)

•   1 cup freeze-dried edamame

•   1 cup roasted chickpeas

•   6 tablespoons butter, melted

•   2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (vegan version if needed)

•   2 teaspoons garlic powder

•   1½ teaspoons onion powder

•   1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme) or seasoned salt

•   ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 250°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. In a huge bowl, combine cereals, cashews, almonds, pretzels, edamame, and chickpeas.

3. In a small bowl, whisk melted butter, Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herbs, and salt.

4. Pour butter mixture over dry mixture and toss until every piece is coated.

5. Spread on prepared baking sheets. Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes, until mixture is toasted and dry.

6. Cool completely on pans. Store in airtight container up to 2 weeks – if it lasts that long.

Whether you're looking for the perfect "thank you" gift for your host or want to be the MVP of your own table, this mix is a guaranteed win.

Pro Tip: The low-and-slow baking (250°F for 1 hour) is THE SECRET to that classic Chex Mix texture. Don't rush it! Stirring every 15 minutes ensures even toasting.