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Tezzbuzz Desk- Makhana is a very popular and healthy snack, which is often included in fasting, diet and healthy lifestyle. But very few people know how these small white grains are formed. Its entire process starts from the ponds and goes through many laborious stages.

What is Makhana?

makhana in english Fox Nuts come on Lotus Seeds It is said. These are the seeds of an aquatic plant, which is mainly grown in ponds. In India, it is cultivated the most in Bihar.

process of removing seeds from pond

Making Makhana starts with taking out seeds from the pond. Farmers go into deep water and collect seeds from plants. This work requires a lot of hard work and patience as the seeds are separated by hand.

Seed cleaning and sun drying

The seeds taken out from the pond are cleaned thoroughly. After this, they are dried in the sun for several days so that the moisture is completely removed. If not dried properly the seeds can get spoiled.

roasting and roasting process

The dried seeds are roasted in hot sand. Due to heat the starch inside the seed swells. After this, they are broken with a light hammer, due to which white, light and crisp makhana comes out from inside.

Interesting facts to Makhana

• Makhana is rich in protein and fiber
• It is considered a low-calorie snack
• Makhana of Bihar is famous all over the world
• In Ayurveda it has been said to be very beneficial for health.
• It is considered good for heart and digestion

Makhana is not just a snack but the result of hard work and traditional techniques. Its journey from pond to market is very interesting and laborious. This is the reason why today it has become the first choice of people as a healthy food.