🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Makhana Rara Pasanda

Name: Makhana Rara Pasanda
Prep time: 22 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 47 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 2, chopped Tomato; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 2 cups Makhana (Fox Nuts)

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Shimla cooking — Makhana Rara Pasanda brings a rara touch with a classic pasanda finish. About 47 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 22 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Hard

Ingredients

Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Tomato2, chopped
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Makhana (Fox Nuts)2 cups

Optional extras

Green Chili1-2, slit
Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Curry Leaves1 sprig
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.
2
Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.
3
Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.
4
Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.
5
Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Navratri Vrat Special Makhana Kheer Recipe | calcium rich makhana kheer| phool makhana kheer · on YouTube