Description
Roasted Makhana (fox nuts) are a crunchy, healthy, and addictive snack that’s perfect for munching anytime! Roasted with ghee and seasoned with a blend of spices, makhana is packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, making it a guilt-free treat. 🥜✨ #HealthySnacks #Makhana #RoastedFoxNuts #GuiltFreeSnack
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups makhana (fox nuts)
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (optional for spice)
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chat masala (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or dried oregano (optional for added flavor)
Instructions
- Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat until melted.
- Add the makhana (fox nuts) to the pan and roast them for 5-7 minutes, stirring continuously, until they become crispy and lightly golden brown.
- Once roasted, remove the pan from heat.
- Sprinkle salt, black pepper, red chili powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and chat masala (if using) over the makhana, and toss well to coat them evenly with the spices.
- If desired, sprinkle some dried rosemary or oregano for an extra burst of flavor and toss again.
- Allow the roasted makhana to cool before serving or storing in an airtight container.
- Enjoy your crunchy, spicy, and nutritious roasted makhana as a snack or a topping for salads or yogurt!
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with spices, adding things like garlic powder, curry leaves, or even a squeeze of lime for a different flavor profile.
- For a vegan version, simply replace the ghee with coconut oil or olive oil.
- Store the roasted makhana in an airtight container for up to 1 week to maintain its crunchiness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg