Name: ~Roasted Makhana~ Recipe: 4-Ingredient, Salt And Pepper Version For Easy Snacking
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tsp Ghee; 2 cups Makhana; ½ tsp Salt; ¼ tsp Black pepper powder

Question 1

Is roasted makhana healthy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, roasted makhana are a healthy snack, especially when compared to deep-fried, carb-heavy, or highly processed options like potato chips, samosas, kebabs, etc. Fox nuts are rich in fibre, protein, calcium, and antioxidants, which aid weight management and improve bone strength. Lastly, since roasted makhanas can be made at home, you have greater control over the ingredients being used. However, be mindful of the portions.

Question 2

How much protein is there in 100 g of makhana?

Accepted Answer

100 grams of raw makhana (fox nuts) contains approximately 9.7 grams of protein. It also contains high fibre (around 14.5g) and high carbohydrate content (around 76.9g).

Question 3

What roasted makhana recipes work for fasting?

Accepted Answer

Many roasted makhana recipes work for fasting. Both core ingredients, makhana and ghee (used for roasting), are allowed during fasts. For a simple, unsalted version, just roast the makhanas in ghee. For a salted version for fasting, use rock salt. For additional flavour, add black pepper powder or roasted peanuts along with makhanas.

Question 4

How to adapt the salt and pepper roasted makhana recipe for fasting?

Accepted Answer

All you need to do to adapt the salt and pepper roasted makhana recipe for fasting is swap regular salt with rock salt. The quantities remain the same.