Every person has different tastes and maintaining your health while eating your favourite food is often a challenge. Every day, there are new recipes available online that use nutritious ingredients and make the food quite tasty too. One such nutritious food that has gained a lot of popularity is fox nuts or makhana. It is available in most households as a snacking option. However, many people are not aware of the health benefits of different ways to make it a part of their regular diet.
Makhana is the highest source of protein. Most snacks are deep fried or contain high amounts of preservatives, but a bowl of fox nuts will fill your stomach while keeping calories in check. Fox nuts are high in antioxidants, which can be effective in making your skin glow. Apart from other benefits, makhana is also high in fiber, which regulates the digestive system.
Make some delicious makhana recipes at home
Spinach Makhana
Instead of your regular spinach and paneer combo, try this healthy yet delicious curry. Made with roasted makhanas in a creamy spinach gravy, this dish is a popular dish during Navratri festivities. It can also be an ideal recipe for those who are conscious of their calorie intake.
Makhana Raita
A simple Indian dish made with a mixture of yogurt, roasted makhanas and spice powders. It is a simple variation of the traditional vegetable or boondi raita recipe.
Makhana Tikki
A delicious snack made from roasted makhanas that are crushed and mixed with potatoes and cooked with Indian spices. Simply fry the tikkis until they are crispy and golden brown on all sides. This is a healthy snack option that can satisfy your evening hunger pangs.
makhana kheer
This is undoubtedly one of the most popular recipes with fox nuts. The thick and delicious kheer flavoured with saffron and nutmeg is perfect for your sweet tooth. The flavour of the roasted nuts as well as the condensed milk makes this kheer a perfect dessert to serve on special occasions.
Makhana Salad
If you are someone who loves to have salads for lunch or dinner, try adding fox nuts to your everyday mix. The crunchiness of the nuts mixed with healthy veggies and spices creates an explosion of flavours in your mouth.
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