MAKHANA CHIWDA

Makhana Chiwda

Makhana Chiwda popular as a fasting food, It’s a good source of protein, carbohydrates, fibre, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron and zinc.High in fiber and low in calories, to make easy weight loss.Its low sodium and high magnesium content makes it beneficial for those suffering from heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes.Add Makhana to your diet for that healthy edge. It is also recommanded for the women during pregnancy and post natal weaknesses.very good for strengthining lower back muscles.

 Prepration Time :10 Minutes 

Cooking Time: 10 Minutes

Total Time:20 Minutes

Ingredients:

1 bowl makhana(lotus seeds)   

1 small cup cashewnuts

10-12 curry leaves

1/4 tsp. mustard seeds

1/2 tsp. chaat masala

1/4 tsp turmaric powder

1-2 green chillis

1/4 tsp.red chilli powder(optional)

salt to taste

1-2 tsp.ghee.

Method:

Heat a pan/kadai,add ghee and let it melt

Add mustard seeds,curry leaves,green chilllies and let it pop.

Now add cashewnuts and fry till it become light brown in colour and than add turmeric powder.Mix it well

Add makhana and cook for about 5 minutes on low flame by Stirring continuosly.

Add chat masala,red chilli powder and salt if needed.

your healthy,tasty makhana chiwda is ready.

Let it cool down store in a tight jar.

Note: You can also add peanuts.