Cooling and refreshing mint leaves are one of the most famous herbs in the world. Every Indian household has the presence of this zingy herb as a dash of these delightful leaves can make almost every meal tasty. Popularly known as Pudina in India, mint leaves are part of many Indian food items like raita, chutneys, drinks and are also utilised for garnishing. Mint leaves are widely acclaimed for their cooling and fresh sensation.Pudina is one of the oldest appetizing herbs known to mankind....
Continue ReadingIf you are grown as an Indian, then your typical day must be incomplete without Dals. Dals form an integral part of every Indian cuisine. Types of Indian dals will form a big list. And each dal is prepared in many different ways as every corner of India has a different method of making dal....
Continue ReadingFood without the touch of spices is incomplete and boring. After all, ‘The key to a good meal is simplicity and the right seasoning.’ Seasoning means adding salt, spices, oils, herbs and acids like lemon juice to enhance the flavour and aroma of food. Adding spices and herbs for seasoning lifts the meal up and gives a tasty punch to your meal. Seasoning either can be added at the beginning of your meal preparation or at the end....
Continue ReadingSweet and chewy fruit, Dates have a wide popularity throughout the world as these dark fruits are super delicious. Dates are the fruit of date palm trees that are mostly found in tropical regions of the world. They belong to the family of dry fruits. Dates are available in 3 different types as dry, semi-dry and soft. This tasty fruit is a part of many meals, smoothies, sweets, bakery items and is even consumed as dessert.Being sweeter than honey, dates are also rich in several essential nutrients, minerals and vitamins....
Continue ReadingPests are the most hated creatures by the farmers as they eat or damage produced crops. To stop them from doing so, farmers spray soup of harmful chemicals to kill them known as pesticides. Pesticides are chemicals used to reduce the damage to crops from insects, weeds, and germs. It increases the yield of the crops, vegetables, and fruits and fastens the growth process....
Continue ReadingChutneys are a perfect partner for every dish as they deliciously lift the meals up. They form an essential part of every Indian cuisine, and there are hundreds of varieties of chutneys available in India. From aloo paratha to samosa, and chaats, chutneys are served with almost everything. One of the famous and staple chutneys of India is tangy flavoured, date and tamarind chutney commonly known as ‘Khajur Imli ki Chutney’....
Continue ReadingIndian food with no spices, that’s something impossible to imagine, Right? After all, we Indians just love the distinctive flavour and alluring aroma of spices. One such common spice found in every Indian household and spice which gives a tasty and spicy kick to every dish in which it is added is Red chilli or Lal Mirchi. Mostly consumed in powdered form, it is a must ingredient of every Indian cuisine. For all those people who love spicy food, the addition of the extra red chilli powder in the food is a treat to eat....
Continue ReadingDon’t go on their size, flax seeds truly are one of the most nutritious foods on earth. They are a powerhouse of nutrients and provide several health benefits. It is because of their small size and slimy surface that it seems like flax seeds are hard to get included in the diet. But they are more versatile than you think....
Continue ReadingIndia is well known for its wide variety of cuisines and cooking oil is the heart of almost every Indian dish. Edible oil is a vital part of meal prep, as from cooking meals to baking, frying, sautéing and drizzling; it is used in almost everything. Picking the right cooking oil is very crucial for taking proper care of your health. But what constitutes healthy edible oil?...
Continue ReadingDon’t know what to eat more to achieve a balanced diet? We will tell you what you are missing. Pulses. Grains form an important part of our Indian cuisine and we usually eat pulses in our daily lives one way or the other. But to gain benefits from their nutrition, you need to actively start including more pulses in your diet. Pulses like beans, lentils, chickpeas have numerous benefits....
Continue ReadingLentils, also known as dal in India, form an integral part of Indian cuisine. Our regular diet consists of one or the other dals that are familiar in the country. They are a rich source of protein so they are more commonly included in the vegetarian diet.As Indians, we are familiar with many types of dals, curries, and other savoury items made with these lentils. However, often we get confused about what kind of lentil is used to make a particular dish....
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