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Makhana Handi Pickle
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Makhana Handi Pickle

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ujjain cooking — Makhana Handi Pickle brings a handi touch with a classic pickle finish. About 43 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 18 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Makhana (Fox Nuts)2 cups

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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Watch how it's made

Video: नारियल मखाना पाग - जन्माष्टमी रेसिपी। Quick Dry Coconut Makhana Paag| Janmashtami special recipe| · on YouTube