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Roasted makhana
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Spice Roasted Makhana | Makhana Chivda

Makhana, or fox nuts, are a puffed seed with a texture similar to popcorn or very large mamra. They have the added benefit of being a fasting food; many people prize them for their nutritional value.
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time9 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: fox nuts, makhana, makhana chivda, phool makhana
Servings: 4
Calories: 135kcal
Author: Puja

Ingredients

  • 3 cups makhana fox nuts
  • 2 Tbsp ghee butter, or oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 10-12 curry leaves
  • tsp hing
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • ¼ tsp cayenne
  • 2 Tbsp peanuts
  • ½ tsp amchoor
  • 1 tsp sugar optional
  • ½ tsp cumin

Instructions

  • Heat oil until it shimmers. Add hing, turmeric, and curry leaves. Let them sizzle for a few seconds.
  • Add salt, amchoor, cayenne, and peanuts. Add makhana. Toast well, 5-6 minutes, until the makhana are crisp and they crumble when crushed.
  • Add sugar, stir and remove from heat before the sugar begins to melt.

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Nutrition

Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 293mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 166IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg