Makhana Namkeen + Video

Makhana Namkeen is a low fat, tasty snack that is also great for health. Phool Makhana are popped lotus seeds or nuts. These are dried seeds that are got from the lotus plant and used in a wide variety of dishes. North Indian cuisine makes use of this food in a variety of dry and gravy dishes.

This Makhana Namkeen is roasted in a mixture of spices and salt. It is a light snack that is easy to prepare, low on fat and high on nutrition. The lotus seeds are crispy and spicy, can be eaten anytime, but go well with a cup of hot, steaming tea. This dish is often eaten during the fasting period or Vrat days as falahar.

Other dishes in which makhana is used include Malai Makhana Curry and Makhana Chops, which is a dry dish.

You might also like

Nimki

Thandai

How to make Makhana Namkeen Step by Step

Heat 1 tbsp ghee in a pan.

Roast the Makhane in ghee until they are crispy and crunchy.

Remove from pan and keep aside.

Heat the remaining ghee in the pan and fry almonds, Cashew nuts and melon seeds until brown.

Remove and keep aside. In the same ghee, roast the coconut and curry leaves.

Mix all the ingredients in a bowl. Let the Namkeen cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Makhana Namkeen Recipe

5 from 2 votes

Print

Makhana Namkeen

Makhana Namkeen is a low fat, tasty snack that is also great for health.

Course Snack

Cuisine Indian

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 260 kcal

Author Neha Mathur

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp Ghee
• 2 cups Makhana / Foxnuts
• 1/2 cup Almonds
• 1/2 cup Cashew Nuts
• 3 tbsp Melon Seeds
• 1/4 cup Dry Coconut Cut into thin slices
• 10-12 Curry leaves
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Powder
• 1/2 tsp Chaat Masala Powder

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tbsp ghee in a pan.

2. Roast the Makhane in ghee until they are crispy and crunchy.

3. Remove from pan and keep aside.

4. Heat the remaining ghee in the pan and fry almonds, Cashew nuts and melon seeds until brown.

5. Remove and keep aside.

6. In the same ghee, roast the coconut and curry leaves.

7. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.

8. Let the Namkeen cool.

9. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Makhana Namkeen

Amount Per Serving

Calories 260 Calories from Fat 207

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 23g 35%

Saturated Fat 6g 30%

Cholesterol 19mg 6%

Sodium 2mg 0%

Potassium 232mg 7%

Total Carbohydrates 9g 3%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 1g

Protein 6g 12%

Vitamin A 1.9%

Vitamin C 60.6%

Calcium 6.4%

Iron 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Are you making this recipe? I LOVE to see your creations so snap a photo and tag Whiskaffair on Instagram with the hashtag #Whiskaffair and please give a star rating below ★. You can follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram for more such easy recipes.