Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Quick Healthy & Tasty Makhana Bhel Chaat | Lotus Seeds Recipe 5 मिनट मखाना भेल चाट @FoodConnectionbymadhulika

Login to Save
903 views👍 23
Food Connection
Food Connection
15 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Food Connection to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Makhana Bhel Chaat

Cultural Context

Makhana Bhel Chaat is a delightful Indian street food originating from the northern regions of India. It combines the light, crunchy texture of makhana (fox nuts) with fresh vegetables and tangy spices, making it a popular snack for all ages. This dish is often enjoyed during festivals and gatherings, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine. In recent years, it has gained popularity in health-conscious circles due to its nutritious ingredients and is now embraced in various modern adaptations worldwide.

IndianUSappetizer
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 teaspoon oil
1/4 cup peanuts
2 cups makhana
1 tomato
pomegranate seeds
fresh coriander
1 green chili
1/2 teaspoon black salt
1/2 teaspoon normal salt
1/4 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
1-2 tablespoons green chutney
tamarind chutney
red chili powder

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: coconut yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

1

Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a pan.

2

Add 1/4 cup of peanuts to the pan and roast on low flame for 1 minute until they crackle.

3

Remove the peanuts from the pan and leave the oil in the pan.

4

Add 2 cups of makhana to the same pan and roast on low flame for 2-3 minutes until crispy.

5

Transfer the roasted makhana to a bowl.

6

Chop 1 tomato and add it to the bowl along with pomegranate seeds.

7

Add fresh coriander leaves and 1 finely chopped green chili to the bowl.

8

Add 1/2 teaspoon black salt and 1/2 teaspoon normal salt to the mixture.

9

Add 1/4 teaspoon roasted cumin powder and mix well.

10

Add 1-2 tablespoons of green chutney and tamarind chutney to the mixture.

11

Sprinkle some red chili powder for extra flavor and mix everything well.

12

Serve immediately for maximum crunch.

Cooking Techniques

mixingroastingchopping

Equipment Needed

panbowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkpeanuts

Also Known As

Fox Nut BhelMakhana Chaat

More Makhana Bhel Chaat Videos

(1 videos)

Similar Indian Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Recipes From Other Cuisines

(23 videos)