Makhana is the popped fluffy seed of Lotus Flower.
Lotus being a significant part of Hindu culture, Makhana is also distributed along with "Prasad" after religious ceremonies as note of prosperity and well-being.
Apart from the religious and medicinal value, Phool Makhana is popular non-cereal meal eaten on some religious occasions. Dishes like makhane ki kheer and lightly roasted and salted makhana is a popular evening snacks in the northern part of India and Nepal, as well as dishes like Makhana Kajoo Curry are considered as exotic party dishes.
Makhana is also known as Fox Nut, Kamal Bee, Makhma
Makhana is the popped fluffy seed of Lotus Flower.
Lotus being a significant part of Hindu culture, Makhana is also distributed along with "Prasad" after religious ceremonies as note of prosperity and well-being.
Apart from the religious and medicinal value, Phool Makhana is popular non-cereal meal eaten on some religious occasions. Dishes like makhane ki kheer and lightly roasted and salted makhana is a popular evening snacks in the northern part of India and Nepal, as well as dishes like Makhana Kajoo Curry are considered as exotic party dishes.