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Puffed lotus seeds roasted in a spoon of ghee: crunchy, light and addictive.

By Hammad Tariq · 6 November 2026 · 2 min read

Why makhana

  • Low in fat, light and filling
  • Contains protein, magnesium and potassium
  • Naturally gluten-free

5-minute roasted makhana

  1. 1Heat 1 tsp desi ghee in a pan.
  2. 2Add 2 cups makhana and roast on low heat, stirring, for 5–7 minutes until crisp.
  3. 3Season with pink salt, black pepper or chaat masala.

Other ideas

  • Makhane ki kheer
  • In panjiri
  • In a mild curry with peas

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Makhana (fox nuts) in Zareen Farms packaging
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Makhana (fox nuts)

Light, crunchy lotus seeds: a roasted snack that's low in fat and big on crunch.

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Desi ghee

Traditional desi ghee, slow-cooked from cream. Rich aroma, golden colour.

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Rock salt from the Khewra salt mine, ground fine for the table and coarse for the grinder.

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