Makhanas or Lotus kernels are popularly known as lotus seeds, fox nuts, Euryale ferox, gorgon nuts and phool makhana.
Makhnas can only be relish after a processing, which makes it nutritious as well as edible. The process of extracting the lotus seeds and processing it in an edible form is an elaborate one and requires skilled manpower.
These lotus kernel are used in both sweet and savoury Indian dishes. Makhana Kheer is a popular recipe during fasting days of Navratri.
These also will help in maintaining the calcium levels in the body, include makhana in your diet to enjoy good health.
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