# Roasted Makhana Mix

> Light, crunchy fox nuts roasted with curry leaves, chilli and a pinch of chaat masala — the 4 pm snack that won't weigh you down.

- Category: Snacks
- Diet: Vegan
- Time: 20 min · Serves 4 · Easy
- Per serving: 140 kcal · 5 g protein · 20 g carbs · 5 g fat
- Tags: Low Calorie, High Protein, Vegan
- Published: 2026-09-23
- Source: https://idyora.com/recipes/roasted-makhana-mix

## Ingredients

### For the Mix
- 3 cups makhana (fox nuts)
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
- 1 tbsp ghee or oil
- 10 curry leaves
- 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
- 1/2 tsp chaat masala
- Salt to taste

## Method

1. **Dry Roast.** Roast makhana on low heat for 8–10 minutes until crisp. A piece should crush easily.
2. **Temper.** Heat ghee, crackle curry leaves, then add peanuts and spices.
3. **Toss and Cool.** Toss makhana in the tempering, cool completely and store airtight.

## Tips

- Roast on low heat — high heat browns outside but leaves them chewy.
- Keeps crunchy for a week in an airtight jar.

## How to serve

Pair with masala chai or green tea.

## Nutrients per serving

- Fibre: 3g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 1.4mg
- Vitamin A: 20IU
- Vitamin C: 2mg