Spicy Roasted Makhana | Roasted Foxnut
Spicy Roasted Makhana is a delicious and crunchy snack made with lotus seed. Enjoy this spicy roasted foxnut snack that is also healthy and low in calories.
Servings: 4
Calories: 73kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups Makhana / Foxnut
- 2 teaspoon Oil
- Salt as needed
- ¼ teaspoon Turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon Red chili powder adjust based on your spice level
- ½ teaspoon Chaat Masala optional
Instructions
- Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a wide pan and add the measured makhana / foxnut. Roast the makhana in low flame until aromatic and crunchy. It will take 7 to 10 minutes for the makhanas to completely roast.
- Remove the roasted foxnut in a plate and in the same pan, heat the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil. If you are not a vegan, you could also use butter to make it more flavorful.
- Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder and salt to the hot oil / butter and add the roasted makhana to the pan.
- Toss well to combine. Turn off the flame and when the makhana is still warm, sprinkle the chaat masala if using.
- Mix again and store in an airtight container when completely cool.
- Enjoy the crunchy makhana with tea or coffee.
Nutrition
Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 219mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg