Makhanas, also called fox nuts or lotus seeds, come from a plant called Euryale fox which grows in the stagnant water of wetlands Phool makhana also finds significance in religious ceremonies in India and is a popular 'fasting' dish prepared during Navratri and other occasions They are low in cholesterol, fat and sodium. CARBOHYDRATES 77 gm, FAT 0.1 gm, PROTEIN 9.7 gm, DIETARY FIBRE 7.6 gm, CALCIUM 60 gm, IRON 1.4 gm, POTASSIUM 500 mg