A place in local food culture
Makhana has long been part of diets and rituals in Bihar.
THE INGREDIENT STORY
A Bihar tradition.
A wider table.
Discover the ingredient behind the OJAS range.
WHERE IT BEGINS
A seed from an aquatic plant.
Makhana is made from the seeds of Euryale ferox, an aquatic plant associated with ponds and wetlands. The familiar light, white makhana is the popped form of the seed.
Bihar, particularly the Mithila region, has a strong association with makhana cultivation and traditional food culture.
From local tradition to new uses.
A familiar ingredient
Popped makhana can be used in home cooking and prepared snacks.
A growing market
Interest now extends to retail products and buyers beyond its traditional growing regions.
Background reading: Read APEDA’s makhana sector report.
Explore the OJAS range.
Find raw, graded and bulk supply options.