Roasted Makhana
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate guilt-free snack with this irresistible Roasted Makhana recipe! Made with crunchy fox nuts, gently roasted in aromatic ghee (or olive oil) and perfectly seasoned with a medley of spices like turmeric, chaat masala, black pepper, and a hint of red chili powder, this snack is as healthy as it is flavorful. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe delivers a crispy, golden treat that's packed with nutrients, making it ideal for mid-day cravings or evening tea-time munchies. Best of all, Roasted Makhana is gluten-free, vegetarian, and can be stored for weeks in an airtight container, staying fresh and crunchy. Perfect for anyone looking for a healthy, homemade alternative to processed snacks, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Makhana (Fox Nuts)
- 2 tablespoons Ghee (or Olive Oil)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chaat Masala
- 0.25 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
Instructions
Place a non-stick pan on medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of ghee or olive oil.
Once the ghee melts and heats up slightly, add the 100 grams of makhana to the pan.
Start roasting the makhanas, stirring continuously to ensure even cooking, for about 10-12 minutes. The makhanas should turn crisp and slightly golden.
To test the crispiness, take one makhana out and crush it. If it breaks easily, they are done.
Lower the heat and add 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.25 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 0.5 teaspoon of chaat masala, and 0.25 teaspoon of red chili powder to the roasted makhanas.
Mix well so that the makhanas are evenly coated with the spices.
Continue to roast the makhanas for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Turn off the heat and let the makhanas cool down to room temperature so they become extra crunchy.
Once cooled, serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 2514 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 533 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
