Amaranth Namkeen
Amaranth Namkeen is a healthy and crunchy snack that is perfect for weight loss. It's a gluten-free snack that is high in protein and fiber, making it an excellent option for people looking for a healthy snack. This recipe uses less oil, making it a low-fat option. It is a quick and easy recipe that can be made in minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
217 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbs
32 g
Fat
7 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Puffed Amaranth Seeds
0.5 cup (100g)
Curry leaves (Kadi Patta)
5 gms (5g)
Common salt
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Olive Oil
0.5 tbsp (7.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Red chilli Powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add amaranth seeds to the pan and roast for 3-4 minutes until they turn golden brown and start popping. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted amaranth seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
Heat oil in the same non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the amaranth mixture to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is coated with the spices and becomes crispy.
Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool down.
Garnish with fresh curry leaves and serve as a snack.
Community Reviews & Results
Shikha Prasad Malhotra
"Tried this earlier today, and Amaranth Namkeen fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Dev Singh Rustagi
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and Amaranth Namkeen has quickly become a household favorite. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Sonam Raj Joshi
"Prepped this over the weekend, and the step-by-step instructions made cooking completely seamless. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Sneha Prasad Sen
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and I loved how light yet filling this Amaranth Namkeen turned out to be. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will be making this again very soon."