MAKHANA BHURJI

Ingredients :

Makhana(Lotus Seeds) : 1 cup
Onion : 2 medium sized
Tomato : 2 small
Green chilly : 1 small or as per your taste
Ghee : 2 tbsp
Oil : 3 tbsp
Turmeric Powder : a pinch
Coriander Powder : 1 tbsp
Garam Masala : one tsp
Salt to taste
Coriander Leaves for garnishing


Method :

1. Heat ghee in a pan  and roast makhana till crisp .

2. Allow to cool and grind coarsely .(dont make powder of makhana)

3. Heat oil in a separate pan , add finely chopped onions and green chillies .

4. When the onions become light brown add finely chopped tomatoes .( tomato pulp can also be used, i have used pulp)

5. When the tomatoes get cooked , and leaves oil , add the makhane and seasoning.

6. Mix well and  saute for few minutes .
7. Add required water to get bhurji like consistency , cover and cook for few mins .

8. Sprinkle garam masala , garnish with coriander leaves and serve .


Note :

Instead of roasting , you can deep fry makhana in oil . in this case the bhurji will become very oil , it enhances the taste and good for those who are not bothered about  extra calories.


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