Roasted Lotus Seeds

Little did I know till a few months back that Lotus Seeds were edible , when I read an article about these nuts for its medicinal properties.The one plant which has medicinal properties from its every part..the flower,the leaves,the stem ,the seeds and its roots.This is one simple recipe where you can coat the seeds with a little oil and spices of your choice and just pop it into a preheated oven until crisp or you could just roast it in a pan .A much healthier option than popcorn this is good for an evening snack or to just munch anytime during the day.

Ingredients:

• 2 Cups Lotus Seeds
• 1 tsp Oil
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
• Salt to taste
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper or Chilli Powder
• 1/4 tsp Chaat Masala(Optional)

or

• you can substitute the spices mentioned above with  tsp Allspice 

Method:

Heat Oil in a pan .Roast the seeds on low flame until they become crispy for about 10 minutes. Switch of the flame and add the spices and mix well.

Alternatively you can coat the seeds with oil and roast it in a preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until crispy . Remove the seeds and sprinkle the spices and mix well.