Fox Nut (Makhana) Snack

Fox nuts or makhana are a part of the lotus flower. The flower that's known for its beauty has a lot to offer, including lotus seeds or makhana. Makhana is highly produced in the state of Bihar in India, Korea, and Japan along with a few parts of eastern Russia.

Makhanas are low in sodium content and high in potassium and magnesium, useful in high blood pressure. High calcium content makes them great for bone and teeth health. The astringent properties in fox nuts help reduce kidney problems.

Ingredients -

• 2 cups Fox Nuts
• 1 tbsp mustard oil
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds (rai)
• 1/4 tsp asafoetida
• 2 slit green chilly
• 5-6 Curry leaves
• Salt according to taste

Directions -

• Heat mustard oil in a pan.
• Once hot add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, asafoetida, green chilies, and curry leaves.
• Saute for 1 minute and add fox nuts.
• Saute on a low flame for 10 minutes until crisp.
• Add salt and let it cool.
• Store in a Jar.