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Gur Makhana (Jaggery Fox Nuts) Recipe 🍯🌰

 


Gur Makhana (Jaggery Fox Nuts) Recipe 🍯🌰

A crunchy, healthy, and delicious snack that is perfect for guilt-free munching!


Ingredients:

✔ 2 cups makhana (fox nuts)
✔ ½ cup jaggery (gur), grated or chopped
✔ 1 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)
✔ 2 tbsp water
✔ ½ tsp sesame seeds (optional)
✔ ½ tsp cardamom powder (for extra flavor)


Instructions:

1️⃣ Roast the Makhana:

  • Heat 1 tsp ghee in a pan on low heat.
  • Add makhana and roast for 5-7 minutes until crispy.
  • Remove from the pan and keep aside.

2️⃣ Prepare the Jaggery Syrup:

  • In the same pan, add jaggery and 2 tbsp water.
  • Cook on low flame until the jaggery melts completely.
  • Once it starts bubbling, check the consistency (should be slightly sticky but not too thick).

3️⃣ Coat the Makhana:

  • Turn off the heat and add cardamom powder & sesame seeds (if using).
  • Quickly add the roasted makhana and mix well so they are evenly coated.

4️⃣ Cool & Store:

  • Spread them on a plate to cool down completely.
  • Once cooled, they will become crispy.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks!

Enjoy It As:

✔ A tea-time snack
✔ A healthy sweet treat after meals 🍬
✔ A travel-friendly munchie 🚗

Would you like more healthy snack recipes? 😊

Here are some healthy & easy homemade snack recipes for guilt-free munching! 🍏🥜✨


🍿 Crunchy & Roasted Snacks

1. Masala Roasted Makhana (Spicy & Crispy)

🔹 Ingredients:

  • 2 cups makhana (fox nuts)
  • 1 tsp ghee or olive oil
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp salt

🔹 How to Prepare:

  1. Dry roast makhana on low flame for 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add ghee, turmeric, chili powder & salt.
  3. Toss well & roast for another 2 minutes.
  4. Let it cool & store in an airtight container.

2. Crispy Roasted Chickpeas (Protein-Packed & Crunchy)

🔹 Ingredients:

  • 1 cup boiled chickpeas
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp cumin powder
  • ½ tsp black salt

🔹 How to Prepare:

  1. Pat dry chickpeas & toss with olive oil & spices.
  2. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
  3. Let them cool before storing.

3. Spiced Peanut & Jaggery Ladoo (Energy-Boosting)

🔹 Ingredients:

  • 1 cup roasted peanuts
  • ½ cup jaggery (grated)
  • ½ tsp cardamom powder

🔹 How to Prepare:

  1. Grind peanuts into a coarse powder.
  2. Melt jaggery in a pan, add peanuts & cardamom.
  3. Mix well & shape into small balls.

🍓 Sweet & Nutritious Snacks

4. Oats & Dates Energy Bites (No Sugar, No Bake!)

🔹 Ingredients:

  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup dates (pitted & chopped)
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp flaxseeds

🔹 How to Prepare:

  1. Blend oats, dates & peanut butter into a dough.
  2. Shape into bite-sized balls.
  3. Store in fridge for 1 week.

5. Apple Nachos (Quick & Healthy Dessert)

🔹 Ingredients:

  • 1 apple (sliced)
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1 tsp dark chocolate chips

🔹 How to Prepare:

  1. Arrange apple slices on a plate.
  2. Drizzle peanut butter & sprinkle chocolate chips.
  3. Enjoy instantly!

🥗 Savory & Filling Snacks

6. Sprouts Chaat (High Protein & Refreshing)

🔹 Ingredients:

  • ½ cup sprouted moong beans
  • 1 small tomato (chopped)
  • 1 small onion (chopped)
  • ½ tsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp chaat masala

🔹 How to Prepare:

  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Enjoy fresh as a nutritious evening snack!

7. Hung Curd Dip with Veggies (Protein & Probiotic-Rich)

🔹 Ingredients:

  • ½ cup hung curd (strained yogurt)
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black salt
  • Sliced cucumbers, carrots & bell peppers

🔹 How to Prepare:

  1. Mix hung curd with spices.
  2. Serve as a dip with fresh veggies.

🌮 Snack Bars & Sandwiches

8. Banana & Almond Butter Sandwich (Instant & Nutritious)

🔹 Ingredients:

  • 1 whole wheat bread slice
  • ½ banana (sliced)
  • 1 tbsp almond butter

🔹 How to Prepare:

  1. Spread almond butter on bread.
  2. Add banana slices & fold into a sandwich.

9. Homemade Granola Bars (Filling & Energy-Boosting)

🔹 Ingredients:

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ cup nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)

🔹 How to Prepare:

  1. Mix all ingredients & press into a baking tray.
  2. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes.
  3. Cut into bars & enjoy!

🌿 Extra Tips for Healthy Snacking

✔ Choose homemade snacks over processed ones.
✔ Keep a mix of protein, fiber & healthy fats.
✔ Drink water or green tea instead of sugary drinks.
✔ Store healthy snacks in small portions for easy access.

Would you like healthy meal prep ideas or weight-loss-friendly snacks next? 😊

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