Air Fryer Makhana Chaat With Roasted Chana

Name: Air Fryer Makhana Chaat With Roasted Chana
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups makhana (fox nuts); 1/2 cup roasted chana; 1 tsp ghee or olive oil; 1/4 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp chaat masala (divided); 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped tomato, deseeded; 1/4 cup chopped cucumber; 1 green chilli, finely chopped; 2 tbsp chopped coriander; 1/2 lemon, juiced; 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder; 1/4 tsp black salt (kala namak); Salt to taste

Introduction Chaat is undoubtedly one of the most loved street foods in India, but the classic recipe features deep-fried sev, papdi, and sweet chutney. This recipe captures all the flavors of traditional chaat, the crunchiness, the tanginess, and the spiciness, without any deep-frying. The dish uses makhana (fox nuts) and roasted chana that are air-fried to achieve this amazing combination of flavors. Makhana is toasted with a teaspoon of ghee until light and fluffy and mixed with fresh onion, tomato, and cucumber and finished with lemon, roasted cumin, and chaat masala. This finger food is ready in 18 minutes and makes a perfect tea-time snack, evening munchies, or pre-workout meal. Nutritional Benefits: Makhana is low in calories but high in magnesium, potassium, and antioxidant agents. The roasted chana is a rich plant source of protein, fiber, iron, and folate that keep you satiated for long. Besides, the goodness of the tomato and lemon, cucumber is a good source of water and crunchiness. Air frying adds no extra oil besides what’s needed for the recipe.

15 min 2 servings 396 kcal

396 kcal

Calories

16 g

Protein

65 g

Carbs

7.9 g

Fat

Ingredients

•2 cups makhana (fox nuts)
•1/2 cup roasted chana
•1 tsp ghee or olive oil
•1/4 tsp turmeric powder
•1 tsp chaat masala (divided)
•1/2 cup chopped onion
•1/2 cup chopped tomato, deseeded
•1/4 cup chopped cucumber
•1 green chilli, finely chopped
•2 tbsp chopped coriander
•1/2 lemon, juiced
•1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
•1/4 tsp black salt (kala namak)
•Salt to taste

Method

1
Preheat the air fryer to 160°C (320°F) for 2 minutes
2
Toss the makhana with ghee, turmeric, salt, and 1/2 tsp chaat masala to get a homogenous mix.
3
Add the makhana to the air fryer in one layer and air-fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket in between, till light golden and crispy.
4
Let it cool down completely.
5
Combine onion, tomato, cucumber, green chilli and coriander in a bowl.
6
Prepare the dressing by mixing lemon juice, roasted cumin powder, black salt, and the rest of 1/2 tsp chaat masala.
7
Add the roasted chana and air-fried makhana to the veggies and toss in the dressing. Enjoy immediately.

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