Healthy Roasted Makhana, Puffs & Chips for Everyday Snacking

Discover roasted makhana, quinoa and jowar puffs, healthy chips and premium phool makhana from Makhanawalas.

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OUR STORY

Makhanawala’s began with the objective of bringing out the true taste of India in the most healthy way possible. We are true Indians at heart and are proud to call ourselves the ‘Rooted Indians’. These healthy pops can be enjoyed by people of all age groups since the super food that makhana is, they have a lot of health benefits. We have come up with the all-natural makhanas in a very scrumptiously exciting way. Our aim is to provide the masses with “Health and Flavours” in one power-packed snack. What better than doing so with tasty Indian Spices? We mix Makhana with other flavours in unexpected ways to come up with brilliant combinations preferred by all groups including kids, fitness lovers and diabetic people too! Whatever you crave for – we deliver! High-energy snacks packed with protein and fiber in different flavours. This nutrient-rich snack which can be kept handy at all times. This means, you can have your healthy snacking buddy wherever you go! We are here to show you how delicious, nutritious and satisfying healthy eating can be! It’s time to grab a lighter, crispier bite which is available in nine different flavours.

OUR JOURNEY

combines the wisdom of three generations with modern food science, creating snacks that honor tradition while meeting today's nutritional needs.

 

THE BEGINNING - A HUMBLE START

In the beginning was the Late Ram Chandra Sah, our beloved grandfather (fondly known as the Makhana Wala). He started cropping and selling makhana when only a few people knew about this crop.

1941
 
 
THE BEGINNING - A HUMBLE START

EXPANDING CULTIVATION

We owned ponds in the Mithila region of Bihar to cultivate seeds and trade raw makhana in the wholesale market. At this stage, makhana was primarily used during Indian festivals.

1960
 
 
EXPANDING CULTIVATION

SPREADING AWARENESS BEYOND TRADITION

The second generation continued to spread awareness of makhana, aiming to position it beyond its traditional use in Indian festivals.

1987
 
 
SPREADING AWARENESS BEYOND TRADITION

ENTERING RETAIL: BIRTH OF MARUTI MAKHANA

With the opportunity of makhana being a big healthy snack, we set up scalable production and started selling branded raw makhana in retail chains under the name 'Maruti Makhana'.

2014
 
 
ENTERING RETAIL: BIRTH OF MARUTI MAKHANA

INNOVATION IN SNACKING

The third generation, Alpana Jayant Sahne launched roasted and flavoured healthy makhana snacks in India, and for export.

2016
 
 
INNOVATION IN SNACKING

OUR JOURNEY

Our journey combines the wisdom of three generations with modern food science, creating snacks that honor tradition while meeting today’s nutritional needs.
OUR JOURNEY

END-TO-END SUPPLY CHAIN

Makhana Flos Ahuja are not just delicious—they are packed with incredible health benefits that make them the perfect guilt-free snack.

ROASTING FLAVOURING COMPANY

Makhana (Fox Nut) are not just delicious—they are packed with incredible health benefits that make them the perfect guilt-free snack.

DIRECT EXPORT

Makhana (Fox Nut) are not just delicious—they are packed with incredible health benefits that make them the perfect guilt-free snack.

DISTRIBUTION NETWORK INDIA

Makhana (Fox Nut) are not just delicious—they are packed with incredible health benefits that make them the perfect guilt-free snack.
Leading supplier to modern trade + wholesale players Leading Raw Makhana Export house Traditional Wholesale Network through out India
LAND/POND OWNERS
FARMERS/GROWERS
FOX NUT PROCESSOR
HEALTH & NUTRITION

HEALTH & NUTRITION

Fueling Wellness with Every Bite
Lotus seeds/Fox nut or Makhana is low in fat and high in carbohydrates which makes it nutritionally distinct from other nuts. Makhana are rich in protein, carbohydrates, fiber, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron and zinc. All these nutrients have given this nut a reputed position in Indian recipes especially during fasting. It is a truly organic, non-cereal food that is making a great inroad in value added and traditional food industries.
Lotus flower were about health advantages of Makhana
It helps in cardiac protection. Good for digestion, irrespective of age, it gives relief from diarrhea and improves appetite.

BLOGS

From classic to adventurous—each flavor is crafted to perfection