By This easy Makhana Chaat, made with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for a sattvik diet or fasting days, this chaat is packed with fiber and minerals, making it a satisfying and nutritious treat. Customize it to your taste, and enjoy a quick, delicious snack.
Simple recipe for Makhana Chaat, a healthy and tasty snack:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups makhana (fox nuts)
- 1 tablespoon oil or ghee
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small tomato, finely chopped
- 1 small cucumber, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
- 1/4 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- Pomegranate seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat oil or ghee in a pan and roast the makhana on low-medium heat until crispy and light golden. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Let them cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted makhana with chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and green chili.
- Sprinkle chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the mixture and toss gently.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and pomegranate seeds.
Serving:
Serve the Makhana Chaat immediately for a crunchy, flavorful snack.
