North Indian · Snack

Masala roasted makhana

Foxnuts roasted in ghee with cumin, turmeric and chilli until light and crisp.

Calories

200 kcal

Protein

4 g

Carbs

33 g

Fat

6 g

Prep

2 min

Cook

8 min

Per serving, for one person.

• Vegetarian
• Eggetarian
• Pescatarian
• Jain
• Gluten free

Contains: dairy.

Ingredients

• 40 g Makhana (fox nuts)
• 1 tsp Ghee
• 1 tsp Cumin seeds
• ¼ tsp Turmeric
• ¼ tsp Chilli powder
• ¼ tsp Salt

Method

1. Warm the ghee in a pan over medium-low heat and add the cumin seeds until they sizzle.
2. Add the makhana and turmeric, and stir constantly for 6-7 minutes until they turn crisp and lightly golden.
3. Off the heat, dust with chilli powder and salt, toss well and cool for a minute before eating.

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