Makai Poha Makhana Mixture

Makai Poha Makhana Mixture with Makai Poha

A crunchy tea-time snack made with fried Gopi Makai Poha, crispy makhana, peanuts, almonds and roasted chana, finished with a tangy and mildly spicy masala.

Ingredients

• 3 cups Gopi Makai Poha
• 2 cups makhana
• 1/2 cup peanuts
• 1/4 cup roasted chana dal
• 1/4 cup almonds
• 10-12 curry leaves
• 1/2 tsp ginger powder
• 1 tsp black salt
• 1 tsp amchur powder
• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp citric acid, optional
• Salt, to taste
• Oil, for frying

Instructions

1. Fry the Makai Poha: Heat oil over medium heat and fry the Makai Poha in small batches until crispy. Drain well.
2. Prepare the makhana: Fry or roast the makhana until crispy. Set aside to cool.
3. Roast the nuts: Fry the peanuts and almonds until crunchy. Add the roasted chana and curry leaves and cook briefly.
4. Prepare the masala: Mix ginger powder, black salt, amchur, red chili powder, sugar and optional citric acid in a small bowl.
5. Combine: Add the Makai Poha, makhana, nuts and masala to a large bowl. Toss gently until evenly coated.
6. Cool and store: Allow the mixture to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container.