Spiced night mix

A warm, lightly spiced mix for the evening. Good with tea or a film.

Ingredients

• 2 cups lightly salted or plain makhana
• 1 tsp ghee
• 6 to 8 curry leaves
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• ¼ tsp red chilli powder (optional)
• A small pinch of salt, if using plain makhana

Method

1. Heat the ghee in a pan on low heat.
2. Add the cumin seeds and curry leaves. Let them sizzle until fragrant.
3. Add the makhana and stir for 2 to 3 minutes, on low heat, until warm and slightly crisp.
4. Sprinkle the red chilli powder and salt. Stir well.
5. Let it cool completely, then store in an airtight jar.

Tip: Taste before adding salt if you use lightly salted makhana.

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