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    Spicy Phool makhana recipe, roasted

    February 3, 2017 by Raks Anand 9 Comments / Jump to Recipe

    Spicy phool makhana recipe with step by step pictures. Phool makhana is popped lotus seeds, used in various recipes, this is easy snack that can be made in jiffy.

    spicy phool makhana

    I made this same like I do kara pori (spicy murmura) I never knew these phool makhana and have seen at Mustafa here in Singapore.

    Check out my kheer recipe and panjiri recipe using makhana if you are looking for more recipes.

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    Since I had no idea about it, haven't thought to buy but kept wondering what to do with it and how to cook it.

    Wanted to try first something easy and see how it tastes. At first bite I didn’t like but later it turned out to be very addictive, also same happened with Vj.

    Since it is really nutritious and regional, I thought this is a nutritious desi alternative for popcorn.

    roasted phool makhana recipe

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    Spicy phool makhana recipe

    Spicy phool makhana recipe with step by step pictures. Phool makhana is popped lotus seeds, used in various recipes, this is easy snack that can be made in jiffy.
    Course Snack
    Cuisine Indian
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 12 minutes
    Servings 3 cups
    Cup measurements

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups Phool makhana puffed lotus seeds
    • 1 teaspoon Red chilli powder Kashmiri
    • ΒΌ teaspoon Turmeric powder
    • Salt
    • 1 tablespoon Ghee Or use virgin coconut oil
    • 3 cloves Crushed garlic Optional
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    Instructions

    • In a pan, heat 1 teaspoon of ghee and add the phool makhana to it.
    • Toss occasionally and roast for 5 minutes or until crisp in medium flame.
    • Transfer to a plate and in the same pan, heat the remaining 2 teaspoon of ghee.
    • Add crushed garlic if adding and fry till fragrant.
    • Switch off the flame and add red chilli powder, turmeric and salt. Give it a mix.
    • Add roasted phool makhana and toss well to evenly coat.

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    Notes

    • Adding crushed garlic is optional. You can skip it, but it gives the best flavor.
    • This can be consumed during fasting periods and garlic should be avoided.
    • Healthy alternative to red chilli powder is black pepper powder.
    • Kashmiri chilli powder is brighter in color and less spicy.
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    Spicy phool makhana method:

    In a pan, heat 1 teaspoon of ghee and add the phool makhana to it. Toss occasionally and roast for 5 minutes or until crisp in medium flame.

    roasting

    2. Transfer to a plate and in the same pan, heat the remaining 2 teaspoon of ghee. Add crushed garlic and fry till fragrant.

    Switch off the flame and add red chilli powder, turmeric and salt. Give it a mix.

    spices

    3. Add roasted phool makhana and toss well to evenly coat.

    mix

    Tips

    • Adding crushed garlic is optional. You can skip it.
    • This can be consumed during fasting periods and garlic should be avoided.
    • Healthy alternative to red chilli powder is black pepper powder.

    Once cooled down, transfer to an airtight container and serve as snack with tea/ coffee.

    roasted phool makhana

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. R

      February 07, 2017 at 1:24 pm

      Looks really spicy and delicious.

      Reply
    2. Unknown

      February 07, 2017 at 1:24 pm

      i never knew we can do this with lotus seed.got it last time but kids thought it to be plain so waiting to try ur receipe to get the health benefits of lotus seed.

      Reply
    3. Raks anand

      February 07, 2017 at 1:33 pm

      Do try and let me know. I recommend with garlic πŸ™‚

      Reply
    4. Raks anand

      February 07, 2017 at 1:33 pm

      Yes it is!

      Reply
    5. Nivedita Thadani

      May 26, 2017 at 11:53 am

      WOW, I WAS SEARCHING FOR THE RECIPE WITH PHOOL MAKHANA AND GOT YOU. WILL TRY SOON. THANKS DEAR.

      Reply
    6. Kavitha

      October 19, 2017 at 10:17 am

      What is it's shelf life?

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    7. Ashwani Thapar

      April 21, 2020 at 2:19 am

      Phool Makhana is full of nutrients
      Red chili is bad for health any time, alternatively green chili is also full of nutrients
      Baking at a low temperature is good for nutrients

      The fun will be to create a fusion of these three facts. I am a culinary thinker/recipe designer.

      Here is a challenge, I am sure many creative people will have fun & be proud of their achievement.

      I do appreciate ghee & whipped butter in any kind of cuisine. They are healthy too. I am the living proof of it at 75. We used to have cow in our house.

      Best wishes.

      Reply
    8. Divya Karthick

      May 12, 2020 at 12:40 am

      5 stars
      Tried the recipe today. Hint of garlic added a great flavor. I used butter instead of ghee. Thanks for the wonderful recipe.

      Reply
      • Raks Anand

        May 12, 2020 at 10:24 am

        Thanks a lot πŸ™‚

        Reply

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