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How to Use Fox Nuts in the Kitchen
Fox nuts are light and nutritious, known for their revitalizing properties and usefulness in managing various health conditions.
They have a mildly sweet flavour, making them a great option for snacking.
Fox nuts can be used in a variety of dishes, including sweets and select savoury snacks.
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Recipes:
Wholesome Fox Nut Dessert (Phirni Style):
| Ingredients: |
| Fox nuts (makhana) |
1 cup |
| Rock sugar or jaggery |
½ cup |
| Cow milk |
2 cups |
| Almond flakes |
2 t.spoon |
| Cardamom powder |
½ t.spoon |
| Recipe: |
| In a heavy-bottomed pan, dry roast the fox nuts for 3-4 minutes until crisp. |
| Let them cool, then grind them into a coarse powder using a mixer grinder. |
| In another pan, heat the milk and add rock sugar or jaggery. Stir continuously on a medium flame for 5-7 minutes. |
| Add the ground fox nuts, almond flakes, and cardamom powder. Mix well and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. |
| Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled; it tastes great in all forms. |
| This delicious dessert is rich in fibre and minerals, making it a healthy sweet option for children, adults, and even elders suffering from constipation. |
Energizing Fox Nut & Fig Smoothie:
| Ingredients: |
| Fox nuts (makhana) |
1 cup |
| Basil seeds |
½ cup |
| Coconut water or plain water |
1 glass |
| Fig |
½ cup |
| Almonds |
½ cup |
| Cashew |
¼ cup |
| Pistachio |
¼ cup |
| Cardamom powder |
a pinch |
| Recipe: |
| Soak basil seeds and almonds overnight. |
| Dry roast fox nuts, cashews, and pistachios in a pan. Once cooled, crush them into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle. |
| In a blender, add coconut water, soaked basil seeds, soaked almonds, and chopped figs. Blend until smooth. |
| Strain the mixture if needed for a smoother texture. |
| Add the cardamom powder and the coarse fox nut mixture to the blender. Blend again briefly for 1-2 quick rounds. |
| Serve chilled or at room temperature; suitable for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. |
| This nutritious smoothie is suitable for all seasons. It's energizing, stamina-boosting, and ideal for rejuvenation. |
Crispy Baked Fox Nut Mathri:
| Ingredients: |
| Fox nuts (makhana) |
1 cup |
| Sesame seeds |
¼ cup |
| Whole wheat flour |
1 and ½ cup |
| Salt |
as per taste |
| Black pepper |
1 t.spoon |
| Green chilli paste |
1 t.spoon |
| Ginger paste |
1 t.spoon |
| Sesame oil |
for baking or roasting |
| Recipe: |
| Dry roast the fox nuts in a pan until crisp. Set aside a few 3-4 for texture. Grind the rest into a coarse powder. |
| In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, fox nut powder (both fine and coarse), salt, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. |
| Add black pepper, green chilli paste, and ginger paste. Mix well with your fingers. |
| Gradually add water and knead into a firm dough (not too soft). |
| Pinch lemon-sized balls from the dough, and flatten them into round mathris. |
| Grease lightly with sesame oil and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10-15 minutes, flipping midway. |
| Or roast on a hot griddle without cutting. Once cooked, you may slice them with a sharp knife or enjoy them whole. |
| Serve warm or cool with chutney or a healthy dip. |
| This wholesome and crunchy snack is ideal for low-calorie diets and diabetic-friendly meal plans. It supports heart health by helping reduce bad cholesterol. |
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