Makhanas, also called fox nuts, or lotus seeds, come from a plant called Euryale Fox which grows in the stagnant water of wetlands or ponds in Eastern Asia. They have been used in Chinese medicine since 3000 years and find an important place in the science of Ayurveda too.
Phool Makhana also finds significance in religious ceremonies in India and is a popular ‘fasting’ dish prepared during Navratri and other occasions.
Makhanas are also known as fox nuts, Euryale ferox, etc.
These seeds are often used in quite a few Indian sweets and savouries
Fox nuts or makhana are a part of the lotus flower
Makhana 250gm packet.
