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Crispy Air Fryer Roasted Makhana (Healthy 10-Minute Snack) | The Taste Voyage

Craving a guilt-free crunch? Learn how to make crispy air fryer roasted makhana in under 10 minutes with minimal oil. Try this healthy, low-calorie recipe today
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 2 person
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups raw makhana fox nuts / lotus seeds
  • 1 tsp ghee or extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder haldi
  • 1/2 tsp chat masala or black salt kala namak
  • 1/4 tsp red chili powder or black pepper optional
  • A pinch of sea salt

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • a meduim bowl

Method
 

Preheat Your Air Fryer:
  1. Set your air fryer to 160°C (320°F) for about 3 minutes.
Coat the Makhana:
  1. In a mixing bowl, toss the raw makhana with ghee or oil until lightly coated. Add your spices and toss again to ensure even coverage.
Air Fry:
  1. Transfer the seasoned makhana into the air fryer basket. Cook at 160°C (320°F) for 6 to 8 minutes.
Shake and Check:
  1. Pause and shake the basket halfway through (around the 4-minute mark) to prevent burning.
Cool and Store:
  1. Once they turn golden and crunchy, let them cool completely on a plate before storing.

Video

Notes

Don't skip preheating your air fryer! A quick 3-minute warm-up ensures the makhana gets uniformly crispy instead of chewy. For the ultimate crunch, shake the basket vigorously at the halfway mark, and always let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight jar.
Swap the chili powder for store-bought peri-peri seasoning and a squeeze of fresh lime juice right after air frying.