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Indian Cuisine recipes

Amla and Chickpeas – Pulao


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About:

Chole Amla pulao is an aromatic rice dish, which is unique, simple, easy and healthy.

It warms you up from the inside out. Each serving is loaded with fiber, protein and vitamins. When I eat a bowl of this, I feel better immediately!

So it’s perfect for easy lunches/suppers or even for breakfast.

Health Benefits:

Amla/Gooseberry enhances food absorption, balances stomach acid, fortifies the liver, nourishes the brain and mental functioning, supports the heart, strengthens the lungs, regulates elimination of free radicals, enhances fertility, helps the urinary system, increases skin health, promotes healthier hair, acts as a body coolant, flushes out toxins, increases vitality, strengthens eyes, improves muscle tone and acts as an antioxidant.

Served-2-3
Preparation time-10 minutes
Cooking time-30 minutes

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3 Bean Sambar/Stew – 650th Post


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About:

Hearty, healthy, stew/sambhar  may just be the perfect dish. And given the amount of nutrients a single bowl contains — including a hefty dose of fiber and protein. We especially love the earthy flavors  give the dish and the hit of metabolism-spice that comes from the garlic crushed red pepper. This soup/stew/sambhar is bound to become a regular part of your dinner rotation.

Health Benefits:

Beans are a super healthy, super versatile and super affordable food. Beans are high in antioxidants, fiber, protein, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium, copper and zinc. Eating beans regularly may decrease the risk of diabetes, heart disease, colorectal cancer and helps with weight management. Beans are hearty, helping you feel full so you will tend to eat less.

Serves: 4
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes (excluding the cooking time of soya)

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