Raw Makhana refers to the unprocessed, natural seeds of the Euryale ferox plant, commonly grown in water bodies like ponds and lakes. These seeds are later processed to make the puffed Makhana commonly consumed as a snack.
Nutritional Value (per 100g of Raw Makhana):
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Calories: ~350 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 76g
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Protein: 9.7g
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Fat: 0.1g
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Fiber: 14.5g
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Calcium: 60 mg
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Iron: 1.4 mg
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Magnesium: 67 mg
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Phosphorus: 200 mg
Uses of Raw Makhana:
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Processed into puffed Makhana (ready-to-eat snack).
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Used in Ayurvedic medicines and herbal formulations.
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Can be ground into powder for baby food and health supplements.
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Used in traditional Indian sweets & savories.
