Makhana Mixture/Namkeen

Name: Makhana Mixture/Namkeen
Total time: 1500 s
Yield: 7-8 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 100 gm Makhana or Lotus Seeds or Foxnuts; 2 tbsp Butter; 1 tsp Oil; 30 gm Peanuts; 20 gm Fried Gram; 10-12 Curry Leaves; 20 gm Almonds; 20 gm Cashewnuts; 2 Dry Red Chillies; 15 gm Golden Raisins; 1 tsp Kashmiri Red Chilli powder; 1/2 tsp Black salt; 1/2 tsp Lakadong Turmeric powder; 1/2 tsp Dry Mango powder or Amchur; 1/2 tsp Chaat Masala; 1/2 tsp roasted Cumin powder

ZMA @zesty5

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Makhana or Phool Makhana or Lotus Seeds or Foxnuts are the edible and the most healthier Nuts known for their awesome health benefits. These Lotus Seeds are rich in antioxidants, high in Fiber and has low Glycemic index that potentially make it an a time healthy snack or a munchie.
These are also rich in Protein, Minerals like Calcium and Magnesium which supports Bone health and boosts immunity. It aids in weight management and are considered the healthy munchie for a healthy you.

The Namkeen or Mixture or Khara made with these amazing Foxnuts is therefore a super delicious and a healthy one that can be enjoyed guilt free at anytime, anywhere and on any given day. A whole lot of other healthy and favourite Nuts, Seeds etc of one's own choice can be added to this Namkeen for a healthier and a yummier snack or a super snack to be precise. Let's get rolling with the complete recipe straight away.

Enjoy Cooking with Zeen!

ZMA @zesty5

Enjoy Cooking with Zeen!

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Ingredients

20-25 minutes

7-8 servings

100 gmMakhana or Lotus Seeds or Foxnuts
2 tbspButter
1 tspOil
30 gmPeanuts
20 gmFried Gram
10-12Curry Leaves
20 gmAlmonds
20 gmCashewnuts
2Dry Red Chillies
15 gmGolden Raisins
1 tspKashmiri Red Chilli powder
1/2 tspBlack salt
1/2 tspLakadong Turmeric powder
1/2 tspDry Mango powder or Amchur
1/2 tspChaat Masala
1/2 tsproasted Cumin powder
2-3 cups Oil (for frying)

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Steps

20-25 minutes

1

Roast makhana in butter and oil on a low heat until crisp. Set aside until use.
2

Deep fry peanuts, fried gram, almonds, cashews, curry leaves and dry red chillies.
3

Add raisins and fry briefly.
4

Combine all fried ingredients with makhana in a large bowl.
5

Sprinkle all spices and toss well to coat evenly.
6

Let the mixture cool completely.
7

Store in an airtight container. Enjoy!

Tips

Feel free to adjust the spice levels according to your taste. You can also add other Nuts or Seeds for extra crunch.

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ZMA @zesty5

on October 25, 2025 22:10

Homemaker by choice and a passionate cook by heart. An aspiring cook who actually never knew anything about Cooking until i became a mother myself.With Motherhood came the responsibilities as well and this was the turning point in my life.I started to learn the ABC's of cooking, taking help from my mother and my MIL. And time just flew. I spread my wings higher and higher. With my love for excellence and innovation, i stepped into a world of homecooks with my exposure to Cookpad one fine day on the social media. And there was no looking back since then and i have not only shared recipes here on this wonderful platform but also have made some lovely friends as well. Today iam successful because of my hard work, dedication and loads of good wishes of my family and my kids in particular.