011. MAKHANA (PERI PERI)

Pyramid Peri Peri Makhana is an excellent source of several important nutrients and makes a great addition to a healthy, well-rounded diet. These are high in antioxidants and may help stabilize blood sugar levels. These may support weight loss, have anti-aging properties, and promote heart health.



Some people love sweets, some prefer tangy, and many others crave hot spices. This Peri Peri flavored roasted makhana, or fox nuts, is a perfect snack for the last group of people. You can enjoy it while watching a blockbuster or on an idle afternoon. Indian Foxnut Peri Peri makhana does not compromise on the health benefits of raw makhana.

The goodness of foxnuts or makhana

Makhana is a household name in India, especially among vegetarians. It is one of the best nutrient-rich Indian snacks. People use makhana in preparing various Indian dishes and also enjoy eating raw and roasted makhana. It has been a part of Indian recipes for ages. However, recently, it is gaining popularity as a superfood. Dietitians and health enthusiasts are discovering the health benefits of makhana all over again.

In English, makhana is popularly known as foxnuts or lotus seeds. It is rich in protein, dietary fibre and minerals; low in calories, and the best part is that it does not contain too much fat, unlike other nuts. You can enjoy makhana without worrying about gaining weight. Eat makhana as snacks or add them to other food preparations.

The standard nutrient value (per 100 grams) –

Supply 332 calories
64% carbohydrates,
2% fat,
15% protein,
43% of the Daily Value (DV) of B vitamins, particularly Thiamin
Numerous dietary minerals, including Manganese (116% DV), Phosphorus (63% DV).
Some of the medically established benefits of Phool makhana are,

Improving heart health
Strengthening bone structure
Good for weight loss
Keep blood sugar in control
Improves digestion
Antioxidants help in anti-aging
Good for cognition
Peri Peri – the hot spice with Portuguese ancestry

Peri Peri is a type of wild chilli plant, first used in Portuguese cuisine. The plant had its origin in Africa, and Portuguese explores in Africa (modern Angola and Mozambique region) brought this spice to Portugal. Today, Peri Peri sauce is a common ingredient in various international cuisine beyond Portugal.