Aditi Prabhu

Nutritionist

Water Spinach/Nali Bhaji and its health benefits

Wild Foods
by Aditi Prabhu

Unlike its name, Water Spinach does not belong nor is it related to the spinach family. In fact, Water spinach is a semi-aquatic perennial plant that grows quickly in moist/ damp soil mainly around waterbodies/ditches etc and belongs to the Convolvulaceae (Morning Glory) family. It is Native to Asia and thus is easily available in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines etc. Continue reading to know more about this amazing green.

Ambat Chukka(Green Sorrel)nutrition benefits you need to know

Ingredients, Vegetables
by Aditi Prabhu

Ambat Chukka is one interesting green. It looks like spinach/palak and tastes like Gongura but it is neither. In fact, it is unique in its own way. It is tangy, sour, and absolutely versatile to use so read all about this interesting ingredient below.