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Makhana Magic: Fasting Feast Curry

Indulge in a mouthwatering delight packed with the goodness of lotus seeds loaded with antioxidants, protein, and essential minerals. Savour every spoonful and reap the benefits of this nutritious curry!
3.34 from 3 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2
Calories 106 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup phool makhana, fox nuts or lotus seeds
  • A large tomato, finely chopped
  • A medium potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup A2 yogurt, whisked
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp ginger paste
  • 1/2 tsp green chili paste, as per taste
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder, as per taste
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/2 tbsp A2 ghee
  • Rock salt, Sendha namak, as per taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  • Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
  • Stir in ginger paste and green chili paste. Sauté for a minute.
  • Add cubed potatoes and cook for a few minutes until partially cooked.
  • Reduce the heat and add whisked a2 yogurt to the pan. Mix well to combine everything.
  • Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and rock salt. Mix well and cook for a couple of minutes.
  • Add phool makhana to the curry and stir to coat them with the spices.
  • Cover the pan and let the curry simmer on low heat until the potatoes and phool makhana are cooked and tender.
  • If the curry becomes too thick, add a little water to adjust the consistency.
  • Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

Power tips and variations:

  • Use vegetables as per allowance during the fasting period.
  • Vegetables like potatoes, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, carrots, and spinach are generally permitted. However, onions, garlic, and some leafy greens are often avoided.
  • You can add cashew paste or coconut milk instead of A2 yogurt.

Notes

  • Makhana contains an amino acid called tryptophan, which can help promote relaxation and improve sleep quality.
  • Rich in minerals like magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus and contains antioxidants like flavonoids and phenols, which help neutralize free radicals.
Disclaimer: Please keep your healthcare provider in the loop before introducing any new food item into your lifestyle, especially if you have a medical condition or are on medications. In case you are allergic to certain foods, please avoid them.

Nutrition

Calories: 106kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 5.5g
Keyword traditional
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