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Makhana, or popped water lily seed, is the seed harvested from a flowering prickly water lily plant. It is an heirloom plant that flowers once, annually. Its ‘kernels’ are small, dark, and pea-sized. They are puffed using high heat, where they shed their dark outer shell and expand to the size of large snowy-coloured blueberries. These crunchy balls are then seasoned and ready to eat!

Fox nuts, makhana, and water lily seeds are interchangeable and all used to describe puffed makhana, also often called 'popped water lily seeds'.

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The flavour and texture of makhana are very similar to puffed barley, or extra fluffly popcorn, without the hull that gets stuck in your teeth. They are a blank canvas and take on seasonings very well. They have a satisfyingly crunchy texture, and are also very versatile; they can be added to other recipes such as curries and stews for an added crunch.

Makhana can be compared to popcorn, for sure! Think of makhana as extra fluffy and crunchy popcorn, without the hull that gets stick in your teeth.

Makhana have been consumed in India for centuries and are well-known for their anti-diabetic properties because of their low-glycemic index. They are also high in fibre and high in protein making them an excellent source for both. Each serving of Dear Snackers BBQ Makhana have 4g of fibre and 6g of protein.

Because makhana have such a high fibre content, they are a wonderful addition to any diet and may help in the relief of irregularity.

Makhana are an excellent source of natural, plant-based protein, boasting 6g per serving.

Dear Snackers Makhana are suitable for the whole family, including teething infants and young children. Similar in flavour and texture to popcorn, they are a better option because they are free from hulls that young children may find disagreable.

Makhana are the ultimate environmentally-friendly crop! It grows in the still waters of ponds and wetlands and does not require the use of fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides. It's a crop that does not need to be watered and farmers do not need to plow fields or sow seeds every season, as the roots of the prickly water lily plant remain intact after every harvest.

Dear Snackers Makhana are flavoured and packaged in Toronto, Canada.

Every bag is like a letter to our snackers, wishing them well with delicious and sustainable snacks. That's our Dear Snackers was born.

Our makhana come in three delicious flavours:

Makhana are entirely peanut and nut free.

Makhana are gluten-free. They are safe to consume by those with a gluten sensitivity, allergy, or celiac disease.

Dear Snackers BBQ Makhana and Dear Snackers Sweet & Salty Makhana are dairy-free.

Makhana are comprised of carbohydrates, protein, and fibre. They are not suitable for the keto diet.

Dear Snackers Makhana are a healthy addition to any pantry. High in fibre and protein, and low in sugar, they are the perfect guilt-free snack for movie night, or anytime!

We currently ship to Canada and the United States of America. If you would like to place an order but reside outside of our delivery zone, please email us directly at hello@dearsnackers.com so we can find some way to accommodate you.

You may purchase Dear Snackers Makhana directly here.
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