Makhana-Nuts Mix | Lotus seed-Nuts Mix


Lotus seeds are also named as Fox nuts or Makhana or Gorgon nuts etc. In India particularly this is commonly called as Makhana. This non-cereal is grown in the stagnant water. Usually this is much popular as a fasting food among people or even it is used as an ingredient (main ingredient mostly) in many curries or sweet dishes. However, many people are not aware of its health benefits and nutritional value. It is a recommended dietary supplement and is easily available in the super market. Some of the health benefits of makhana are:

  • Enables weight loss
  • A good source of fiber, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, protein, carbohydrates
  • High in fiber and low in calories
  • Beneficial for peoples having heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity due to its low sodium and high magnesium content
  • Significantly lower glycemic index than most high carbohydrate foods like rice, bread, etc

These seeds have a very good shelf life and hence can be stored for a long time in an air-tight container. In any form like raw, roasted or ground, we can consume depending upon our choice. Well here I have a nutritious snack recipe using the lotus seeds / makhana / fox nuts as Makhana-Nuts Mix / Lotus seed-Nuts Mix. I have already shared a kheer or pudding recipe using these seeds (Makhana Kheer using coconut milk – Vegan & Gluten free)

This makhana-nuts mix is so simple and quick to prepare. Some nuts like cashew, raisin and almonds I have added here along with the main ingredient as Lotus seeds. Completely vegan and gluten free snack option is this. Any age group surely love this quick crunchy snack. Just fry for few times and then mix everything to get the yum and crunch snack. In festive time, this best fits to fill our tummy as a Falahar. I love to enjoy this healthy snack with a hot cup of black tea.

Recipe Card for ‘Makhana-Nuts Mix / Lotus seed-Nuts Mix’ :

Snack, Makhana, Lotus seed, Vegan snack, Festive dish, Falahar

Snack, Vegan, Gluten free

Indian

Author: Sasmita

Makhana-Nuts Mix / Lotus Seed-Nuts Mix

a healthy and nutritious crunchy snack using lotus seed which is completely Vegan and Gluten free

prep time: 5 minscook time: 15 minstotal time: 20 mins

ingredients:

  • Makhana 2 cup
  • Cashew 1/2 cup
  • Almond 1/2 cup
  • Raisin 1/4 cup
  • Curry leaf 2 sprig
  • Chat masala 1/2 tsp
  • Salt as needed
  • Oil 2 tbsp

instructions

  1. First heat oil (1 tbsp) in a pan.
  2. Add curry leaves and fry for 5-6 seconds.
  3. Next add makhana / puffed lotus seeds / fox nuts and mix well.
  4. Keep frying till lotus seeds become crisp and crunch in texture.
  5. Transfer to a bowl and keep aside to cool down.
  6. In the same pan, again heat oil (1 tbsp).
  7. Add almonds, cashews, raisins and fry till becomes light brown in color.
  8. Turn off heat and keep aside to cool.
  9. Then transfer these fried nuts into the bowl.
  10. Put the chat masala, salt and give a nice mix using a spoon.
  11. Keep in an airtight container and serve when needed !

NOTES:

Nuts here I have used are cashew, almonds and raisin. But these can vary and any other nuts can be used.

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This Makhana-Nuts mix is contributed for 183rd theme of the Foodie Monday Blog Hop foodie group which is decided as ‘Indian Superfoods (makhana / turmeric / drumstick)‘ and suggested by Vidya Narayan who blogs at Masala Chili



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11 Comments

  1. Priya Iyer

    Absolutely love this recipe! I like how you have added ingredients like raisins, chaat masala, cashewnuts and almonds to make the trail mix super flavourful.

  2. Mayuri Patel

    What a tempting jar of healthy snack. Love the idea of adding nuts and raisins. haven't tried with curry leaves and sure would like to it.

  3. themadscientistskitchen
    themadscientistskitchen

    Pass the bowl n tea Sashmita this is yummy treat I don't want to miss. I think using oil is a great way you have made so next time I will try your method.

  4. Sujata Roy

    I love fried makhana. And cashew nuts raisins almond and curry leaves made these makhana more temtempting. Perfect for munching time. Loved your jar.

  5. Poonam Bachhav

    This is my favourite tea time snack. Healthy and delicious! Love your styling and photography as well !

  6. Swati

    One healthy snack that we can munch on without any guilt!! A healthy treat during the fasting days or can be carried to work or while travelling..Loved the addition of chaat masala to enhance the taste of this simple snack!!

  7. Vidya Narayan

    Chaat masala in the recipe is a nice chatpata touch to the mix. Handy snack and light to carry during travels, I always make a variety of them and hand over to husband on his travels. Healthy and delicious.

  8. veena

    I can munch on these nuts without feeling guilty. Looks too inviting!!

  9. preethi76@gmail.com

    Makhana and nuts trail mix is a guilt free snack. I have it with tea sometimes when in office .It is so nutritious and delicious.

  10. Sujata Shukla

    If anything can cure me of my love for potato chips for casual munching, this recipe can! With almonds and raisins and the makhana, all dressed up in curry leaves and chat masala, this is totally binge worthy!

  11. Maria Nasir

    What a delicious mix with chaat masala and curry leaves! I know my husband will love it for his late night tv munching. This would make perfect edible gift for the holiday season as well.

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