Makhana Namkeen(Fox Nut Trail Mix)
Makhana Namkeen, a healthy mix of roasted makhana(fox nut/lotus seeds ) with nuts like cashew nuts. raisins. Makhana Namkeen for fasting. Gluten-free and vegan Makhana snack recipe. Lotus Seeds/Fox Nuts recipe.
Ingredients
- 1.5 Cup Makhana/Fox Nuts/Lotus Seeds
- 1/2 Cup Cashew Nuts
- 1/4 Cup Sunflower Seeds/Melon Seeds/Pumpkin Seeds
- 1/4 Cup Raisins and Cranberries
- 1 tsp Chaat Masala or Amchur Powder(Dry Mango Powder)
- 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder optional
- 1 tbsp Fennel Seeds
- 1 tbsp Ghee/Oil
- Salt as per taste
- 1/4 tsp Sugar
- 3-4 Curry Leaves
Instructions
- In a kadhai or heavy bottomed pan dry roast makhanas. Check by crushing Makhana between index finger and thumb. It should be crisp. Once done take out in a dry bowl and keep aside.
- In the same pan, add ghee, add curry leaves, cashews, seeds with red chilli powder and roast till they give aroma.
- Add makhana, raisins and cranberries and mix in the dry spices(chaat masala, salt and sugar).
- Mix well till the spices coat the nuts and seeds. Keep the flame to medium and take care not to burn the nuts and seeds.
- Take out in a bowl or plate and store in an airtight container once completely cool down.
Notes
- For fasting days add Sendha Namak. You can also avoid the dry masalas as per your dietary preferences.
- Add any nuts/seeds of your choice. You can Almonds and pistachios and peanuts also.
- If having nut allergies, add only seeds.
- If Chaat Masala is not available to you, mix 1 tsp of cumin powder and 1 tsp of amchur(dry mango) powder.
- Avoid Red chilli powder or add as required when making for kids.
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