Author Archives: Chitra Jagadish

Dalia Methi and Amla – Upma/Porridge


Dalia Upma1

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A simple and healthy savory breakfast made using cracked wheat / broken wheat and vegetables and using Amla.

Health Benefits:

Dalia/Cracked wheat are a great source of dietary fiber and hence help in maintaining the digestive system. They are rich in iron and have no saturated fat or cholesterol. Cracked wheat get cooked fast and are a great option for a quick and healthy breakfast to start off the day

Amla/gooseberry:

Amla enhances food absorption, balances stomach acid, fortifies the liver, supports the heart, enhances fertility, increases skin health, promotes healthier hair, acts as a body coolant, strengthens eyes, improves muscle tone and acts as an antioxidant.

Yields-2-3 servings
Preparation time-10 minutes
Cooking time-20-25 minutes

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Roasted eggplant/aubergine slices


Sliced Aubergine 3

About:

This is such an easy one to try, not much preparation, really tasty.  The aubergine slices can also be cooked in oven/grill.

Roasted eggplant is a great starter,side dish it’s both delicious and beautiful. And there is no need to tell you what an excellent and healthy appetizer, these roasted Eggplant are! You can even serve them as side dish. You have to try them next time you are having a barbecue or friends over

Serves-3-4
Preparation time-15 minutes
Cooking time-15 minutes (per batch)

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