A Healthy Snack!

Spicy Phool Makhana with Nuts

Makhana is a rich source of proteins, nutrients, calcium and iron. This spicy phool makhana recipe is a quick, tasty and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by both kids and adults.

Ingredients:

• Plain phool makhana or lotus seeds which are easily available in grocery stores
• Ghee: 1 tbsp.
• Crushed garlic pods: 6
• Roasted almonds, cashews and peanuts
• A few curry leaves
• Red chilli powder
• Turmeric powder
• Salt

The quantity of nuts, chilli powder and salt can be altered according to individual taste.

Method:

• Heat ghee in a pan and add makhana.
• Roast for 7 to 10 minutes on medium to medium-low flame until crispy and crunchy.
• Keep stirring in between so that the makhana doesn't burn. Transfer to a plate.
• Add ghee to the same pan; fry crushed garlic and then add curry leaves.
• Add salt, turmeric powder and chilli powder and fry in medium heat without burning the powders.
• Add the roasted makhana and mix.
• Add all the other roasted nuts and toss till flavors are well-combined.
• Let it cool down completely.
• Store in an airtight container.
• Use as and when required.