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Toor Pakora Makhana
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Toor Pakora Makhana

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Aurangabad cooking — Toor Pakora Makhana brings a toor touch with a classic pakora finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Makhana (Fox Nuts)2 cups

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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Watch how it's made

Video: मखाना लड्डू | Makhana Recipes | Makhane ke Laddu Recipe | Lotus Seeds Recipe | Makhana Vrat Recipes · on YouTube