Roasted Fox Nuts Or Makhana Recipe

This snack is very easy to make and stays fresh for unto 2 weeks or more in an air tight container.Cooking time: 10 minutesServes: 2-3Ingredients

• 3 cups fox nuts/lotus seeds (makhana/phool makhana)
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder (haldi)(optional)
• ½ teaspoon red chilli powder or as required
• Rock salt or salt to taste
• 2 to 3 teaspoon oil or ghee

Method:

1. In a large wok or kadhai, heat the ghee over a medium flame.
2. When it melts, lower the flame and put in the turmeric powder, red chilli powder and salt.
3. Quickly toss in the makhana before the chilli begins to burn and mix well.
4. Roast over low heat until the nuts are crispy, about ten minutes.
5. Store it in airtight container.