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5-Minute Peri Peri Makhana Recipe

5-Minute Peri Peri Makhana Recipe

Looking for a quick, crunchy snack with a spicy kick? This easy Peri Peri Makhana recipe is ready in just five minutes and uses Soul Foods Premium Jumbo Raw Makhana for a light, satisfying crunch.

Perfect for evening cravings, lunchboxes or movie nights, this simple roasted makhana recipe needs only a few ingredients and one pan.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Soul Foods Premium Jumbo Raw Makhana

  • 1 teaspoon ghee or olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon peri peri seasoning

  • Salt to taste

How to Make Peri Peri Makhana

  1. Heat a pan over medium-low heat and add the ghee or olive oil.

  2. Add the raw makhana and roast for 3โ€“4 minutes, stirring continuously.

  3. Once the makhana turns crisp, switch off the heat.

  4. Sprinkle peri peri seasoning and salt over the warm makhana.

  5. Toss well until every piece is evenly coated.

Serve immediately and enjoy.

Tips for Perfectly Crispy Makhana

Roast the makhana on medium-low heat and keep stirring so it crisps evenly without burning.

Add the seasoning only after switching off the heat. This helps the spices coat the makhana without burning.

Why Use Soul Foods Premium Jumbo Raw Makhana?

Soul Foods Premium Jumbo Raw Makhana gives you large, satisfying pieces that roast beautifully and hold seasoning well. The result is a crisp, flavourful snack you can prepare exactly the way you like it.

Recipe Details

Preparation time: 1 minute
Cooking time: 4 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Serves: 2

Make It Your Way

Prefer less heat? Use half the peri peri seasoning.

For extra tang, add a pinch of amchur powder or a squeeze of lemon just before serving.

For a richer flavour, roast the makhana in ghee.

Ready to Make It?

Start with Soul Foods Premium Jumbo Raw Makhana and create a fresh, crunchy snack at home in just five minutes.

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