Makhana Raita: The Perfect Addition To Your Weight Loss Diet

By Aanchal Mathur

While raita which is made of curd, is a powerful probiotic that keeps our digestion system smooth, makhana is a low-calorie food which aids weight loss. 

Ingredients

1 cup foxnuts (makhana) 1 and 1/2 cup plain yogurt 3 tbsp milk 1/2 tbsp sugar 1/2 tsp black salt (kaala namak) 1/2 tsp chaat masala 1/2 tsp ground cumin (jeera powder) 1/2 tsp salt

Ingredients

2 green chillies (1 tsp chopped) 1 tbsp chopped cilantro 1/4 tsp red chili powder (cayenne pepper) 1/2 tsp garam masala 1/4 cup walnuts (toasted)

Step 1

First heat a frying pan on the stovetop over low heat. When the pan is hot, add a single layer of foxnuts and dry roast

Step 2

Stir frequently with a spatula until they turn crisp and golden. When slightly cool, coarsely grind the foxnuts in a blender. 

Step 3

Roast the walnuts, over medium heat for 2 to 5 minutes, until golden. Once done set them aside in a bowl. Rinse and finely chop the cilantro and green chillies .

Step 4

Now in a large mixing bowl, mix in plain yogurt, milk, sugar, black salt, chaat masala, ground cumin, salt, green chillies, red chili powder, and garam masala. 

Step 5

Add in foxnuts and mix. Finally top off with cilantro and walnuts. Stir and serve the raita.