Coconut Sprout and its amazing health benefits
Have you heard about the coconut sprout aka maranda? Have you ever seen it? Did you know it was edible? This blog will answer all the questions around this fascinating and nutritious ingredient.
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Water spinach
Nali Bhaji and its unique health benefits
Unlike its name, Nali Bhaji/Water Spinach does not belong to or is related to the spinach family. Water spinach is a semi-aquatic perennial plant that proliferates 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.
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Ambat Chukka
Ambat Chukka: The sour, healthy green!
Ambat Chukka is one interesting green. It looks like spinach/palak/nali bhaji and tastes like Gongura but it is neither. In fact, it is unique in its own way. It is tangy, sour, and absoluely versatile to use so read all about this interesting ingredient below.
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Bunch of Euphoria
Longan and Its Powerful Health Benefits
Longans, also known as the ” Dragon eye fruits” or Euphoria, are delicious sweet tiny fruits.
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Avocado
What makes the popular Avocado so versatile and healthy?
Avocado is a tropical fruit that is a superfood with a powerhouse of nutrients and healthy fats. With globalization, it is now easily available in the local market.
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3 Interesting Green Garlic recipes
Green Garlic is a young garlic plant that looks beautiful. The foliage is flat, with a single garlic clove at the base, and has lush long roots. Every inch of the plant is edible.
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