Amaranth Namkeen with Peanuts
Amaranth Namkeen with Peanuts 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.
Allergen Information: Contains Peanut
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
239 kcal
Protein
9 g
Carbs
24 g
Fat
13 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)
Raw Peanut
3.5 tbsp (50g)
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 the same pan, add peanuts and roast for 2-3 minutes until they turn golden brown. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted amaranth seeds, roasted peanuts, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
Heat oil in the same non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the amaranth-peanut 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
Yashika Roy
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and the step-by-step instructions made cooking completely seamless. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Will be making this again very soon."
Simran Ghosh
"Tried this earlier today, and I loved how light yet filling this Amaranth Namkeen with Peanuts turned out to be. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Komal Rustagi
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and Amaranth Namkeen with Peanuts turned out absolute perfection! It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Preeti Menon
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and I loved how light yet filling this Amaranth Namkeen with Peanuts turned out to be. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"