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Homemade Protein Powder

Cultural Context

In India, homemade protein powders are often created using locally available ingredients such as legumes, nuts, and seeds. This practice is rooted in traditional dietary habits that emphasize nutrition and health. With the rise of fitness culture, many people are now turning to homemade options to control ingredients and avoid additives found in commercial protein powders. The versatility of this powder allows it to be added to smoothies, baked goods, or consumed as a snack, making it a staple in many households.

IndianINother
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups makhana (lotus seeds)
1 cup roasted chana (gram)
peanuts
flax seeds
walnuts
melon seeds
chopped almonds
cashews
milk (for serving)

protein-rich legumes

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Chickpeas are cost-effective and still provide good protein.

nuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Peanuts are cheaper while offering similar protein content.

seeds

🥗Healthier: chia seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and nutritious.

dried fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are a common and inexpensive dried fruit.

1

Roast 2 cups of makhana on low flame for 2-3 minutes until crunchy.

2

Once the makhana is crunchy, add 1 cup of roasted chana and roast a little more.

3

Transfer the roasted makhana and chana to a large plate or tray to cool down.

4

Roast the peanuts separately to ensure they are well roasted and do not spoil.

5

Add the roasted peanuts to the cooling plate.

6

Next, roast the flax seeds, which are very healthy for diabetics.

7

Add chopped almonds to the mix, which help control blood sugar.

8

Include cashews and walnuts, which also have numerous health benefits.

9

Once all ingredients are roasted and cooled, combine them in a mixer jar.

10

Grind the mixture into a fine powder.

11

Store the powder in a jar once cooled.

12

Serve 2 tablespoons of the powder with milk to elderly or children.

Cooking Techniques

mixingblending

Equipment Needed

mixer jarlarge plate or tray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milknuts

Also Known As

DIY Protein PowderHomemade Protein Blend

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