Air Fryer Roasted Makhana (Fox Nuts)

Air fried roasted lotus seed is in the bowl.

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5 from 15 votes

Air fryer makhana is easy to make and serve on your festival menu. Air frying lets you enjoy the snack in 5-6 minutes.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Snack

Cuisine: Indian

Diet: Vegan

Allergen: Dairy free, Gluten free

Difficulty: Easy

Servings:

Calories: 30kcal

Author: Uma Raghupathi

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

4 cup fox nuts or lotus seeds
2 teaspoon olive oil
½ teaspoon red chili powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon black salt
pinch turmeric powder
¼ teaspoon chaat masala

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Instructions

In a large bowl, add popped lotus seed with 2 teaspoon oil and mix well.
4 cup fox nuts, 2 tsp olive oil
Spread the makhana on the air fryer basket, making sure they are in a single layer.
Set the temperature to 3750 F and cook for 4 minutes, shaking them after 2-3 minutes to prevent burning.
Place them into the same big bowl and add salt, chaat masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, pepper powder, and black salt to suit your taste preference.
½ tsp red chili powder, ¼ tsp black pepper, ¼ tsp black salt, pinch turmeric powder, ¼ tsp chaat masala
Let it cool completely and store in an airtight container. Your delicious air fryer roasted makhana snack is ready to be served!

Notes

- Make sure to cook it in a single layer, shaking the tray every few minutes for even cooking.

- You can store the leftover makhana in an airtight container and reheat them in the air fryer for a quick snack.

- For extra crispy makhana, leave them in the air fryer for an additional minute after turning off the heat.

- Be creative with your favorite seasonings to find your favorite version of this delicious snack.

Storage: Air fryer roasted makhana can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 months. However, it's best to consume them within a week or two for the freshest and most flavorful experience.

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