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Makhana (Phool Makhana / Fox Nut) – Euryale ferox Popped Seed – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
Makhana (Phool Makhana / Fox Nut) – Euryale ferox Popped Seed – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
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Makhana, also called Phool Makhana or Fox Nut, is the dry-popped seed of the aquatic plant Euryale ferox. This 100g pack is a single ingredient — popped Makhana seed, with nothing added — a light, crunchy snack suited to everyday eating and fasting-day (Vrat) food.
About Makhana
Makhana is harvested from the seed of the prickly water lily and dry-popped to give its characteristic light, crunchy texture. It is not a lotus seed and not a nut, despite the common name "fox nut." Makhana is a familiar Satvik and Vrat (fasting-day) food across many Indian households, eaten plain, roasted, or added to traditional preparations.
Key Features
- Single ingredient — dry-popped Makhana seed, nothing added
- Botanical identity: Euryale ferox Salisb., family Nymphaeaceae
- A popped seed — not a lotus seed and not a tree nut
- Gluten-free, as this product contains no wheat, barley, or rye
- A traditional Satvik and Vrat (fasting-day) food
- Light, crunchy texture — plain, roasted, or used in traditional recipes
- Packed at 100g net weight
- From Riddhish Herbals — genuine products with bill provided on every order
Composition & Nutrition (as analysed)
| Ingredient | Botanical | Part | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makhana / Phool Makhana — dry-popped seed | Euryale ferox Salisb., family Nymphaeaceae | Seed, popped. Not a lotus seed and not a nut | Single ingredient, 100 g net. Nothing added |
| Protein | Jana et al., 2025 — SS-1 and Swarna Vaidehi cultivars | per 100 g | 8.00 – 11.02 g |
| Carbohydrate | same source | per 100 g | 73.50 – 77.33 g |
| Fat | same source | per 100 g | 0.35 – 0.45 g |
| Dietary fibre | same source | per 100 g | 6.24 – 6.57 g |
| Energy | calculated from the above, not measured | per 100 g | approx. 340 – 350 kcal (about 90–105 kcal per 25–30 g serving) |
| Moisture | same source | per 100 g | approx. 12 – 15 per cent |
Net weight 100g. Nutrition values above are reproduced from the cited study on SS-1 and Swarna Vaidehi Makhana cultivars and are presented as reference figures for this type of seed, not as a lab certificate for this specific batch.
How to Eat, Storage & Safety
Makhana can be eaten plain, dry-roasted in a little ghee with a pinch of salt or spices, or added to kheer, curries, and other traditional recipes, including Vrat (fasting-day) preparations. Store in a cool, dry, airtight container away from moisture to keep it crisp. Keep out of reach of small children, as with any small, hard food item. Results and suitability may vary from person to person.
Also searched as: Phool makhana, Fox nuts, Gorgon nut, Makhaana, Makhane, Lotus seed (common but inaccurate name), popped water lily seed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is Makhana?
Makhana, or Phool Makhana, is the dry-popped seed of Euryale ferox, the prickly water lily. It is a single ingredient with nothing added.
Is Makhana a lotus seed or a nut?
No. Despite the common name 'fox nut,' Makhana is neither a true lotus seed nor a tree nut — it is the popped seed of Euryale ferox.
Is this product gluten-free?
Yes, Makhana is naturally gluten-free, as it contains no wheat, barley, or rye.
Can Makhana be eaten during fasting (Vrat)?
Yes, Makhana is a traditional Satvik and Vrat (fasting-day) food eaten across many Indian households.
How do I eat Makhana?
It can be eaten plain, dry-roasted with a little ghee and salt or spices, or used in kheer, curries, and other traditional recipes.
What is the nutrition content of Makhana?
Reference figures from a cited cultivar study show approximately 8.00–11.02 g protein, 73.50–77.33 g carbohydrate, 0.35–0.45 g fat, and 6.24–6.57 g dietary fibre per 100 g — see the composition table above for full details.
Is anything added to this product?
No. This pack is a single ingredient — 100g of dry-popped Makhana seed, nothing else added.
How should I store Makhana to keep it crisp?
Store in a cool, dry, airtight container away from moisture.
What is the net quantity of this pack?
This pack contains 100g of Makhana (Phool Makhana).
How do I know this is the genuine pack?
Every Riddhish Herbals order ships with a bill, and the pack is sold and dispatched directly by Riddhish Herbals.
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