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Makhanas are also known as fox nuts, Euryale ferox, lotus seeds, gorgon nuts and phool makhana . These seeds are often used in quite a few Indian sweets and savouries like kheer, raita or makhana curry, and are also eaten as an evening tea-time snack. Makhana is not only multi-purpose but also it is interesting that makhana or lotus seeds have a variety of names in different languages. India is a multi-lingual and multi-cultural country with multiple languages and dialects. It is said that in India, the dialect and culture changes every hundred kilometres. Needless to say that Makhana , as it is called it Hindi, is known by different names in different states and regions across India. Globally also, while it is known as fox nut or gorgon ... What is Makhana ? Makhana , also known as Fox nuts or lotus seeds, comes from the Euryale Ferox plant, which grows in water and is mostly found in the wetlands of India, China, and Japan. It’s an aquatic crop and a key part of traditional Indian Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine systems. In India, especially in the states of Bihar and Manipur, Makhana is widely cultivated and considered a sacred offering in rituals and festivals. Often roasted and eaten as a crunchy snack, these white, puffy ... Also Known As Lotus nuts, Makhana . What is Lotus Seeds, Makhana, Fox Nuts ? Makhana , also called as lotus seeds or Fox nuts, are one of the highest selling dry snack these days in India. They serve as a healthy substitute to popcorn, not only because of their crunchy texture but also due to the health benefits they offer.