Popped lotus seeds, also known as popped water lily seeds or makhana are the seeds of the flowering waterlily plant, which is native to Northern India. Once popped and roasted, they're a bit like popcorn BUT without any of those pesky bits that get stuck in your teeth!
I grew up eating popped lotus seeds in India, where my grandmother would roast and season them at home. I tried dozens of different combinations on my friends and colleagues before settling on our current flavours - I hope you love them.