Roasted Masala Makhana (Low-Calorie Snack)

Pile of golden roasted fox nuts coated in turmeric, red chilli and chaat masala
A crunchy, guilt-free Indian snack made with roasted makhana and simple spices. Perfect for weight loss, evening snacking, and tea-time cravings.
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INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cups makhana fox nuts
  • 1 tsp ghee or olive oil
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp red chilli powder
  • ½ tsp black salt
  • ½ tsp chaat masala
  • ½ tsp black pepper

RECIPE TIMES

PREP:
5 minutes
COOK: 5 minutes
TOTAL: 10 minutes
140 kcal
*per serving

STEP-BY-STEP

  • Heat ghee in a pan.
  • Add makhana and roast for 6–8 minutes until crisp.
  • Add turmeric, chilli powder, pepper, and black salt.
  • Mix until all makhana is evenly coated.
  • Switch off heat and sprinkle chaat masala.
  • Cool completely and store in an airtight jar.

NOTES

  • Add curry leaves for aroma.
  • Use peri-peri or garlic powder for variations.