Product
Makhana / Fox Nut
Makhana (Foxnut), also known as Gorgon Nut, is grown in India, Korea, Japan and Russia. It comes from the lotus seeds. Foxnut (Makhana) can be mixed with vegetables, popped like corn and made into yummy porridge. Makhana has been proven to be high nutrients food which is rich in medicinal properties and good for daily health diet. The nutrients contained are vitamin, minerals and fibers.
Makhana is a high value commodity commercially cultivated only in Bihar and certain parts of eastern India. Besides this, it is grown as a natural crop in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, Tripura and Manipur.
It is extensively grown in marshy wetlands, tanks, ponds and lakes, and harvested for its seed. Other common names include prickly water lily seeds, popped lotus seeds, foxnut or gorgon nut.
Variety of Makhana in India
The size of Makhana is measured on the basis of Suta. Like; 1 Suta is equal to 3.17mm. Higher the suta greater the quality and price.
- 12-15 mm:
- These can be used in daily cooking and other rituals
- 15-18mm:
- These are ranked a High Grade Makhana and Used in Regular Snacks Which is widly avaible in market
- 18-21 mm and above:
- These are the premium quality, typically with 18 mm+, they are perfect for gifting and gourmet dishes
- >21 mm:
- Premium Export Purpose
