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Drumstick pulp-white bean-spinach soup – Protein and Iron rich
About:
Drumstick is usually used in sambars/currys in India but here in this soup i scooped out the soft pulp of the drumstick and used it in the soup with protein rich beans and iron rich spinach to make it a healthy wholesome soup. This can be served as a soup or stew.
Health Benefits:
Drumstick soup is beneficial in asthma, bronchitis, arthritis, diabetes, and low blood pressure. It shows positive effects in amenorrhea and reduction of weight. Being warm in potency, it is very effective against digestive disorders such as anorexia and flatulence.
White kidney beans are a protein-rich starchy vegetable, full of vitamins, minerals and an excellent source of dietary fiber. Adding them to your diet offers a variety of health benefits such as promoting digestive health and preventing heart disease.
This can be served with garlic bread/breads (link)
Serves-4-5 servings
Preparation time-10 minutes
Cooking time-40-45 minutes
Waiting time-6-8hours (if using dry beans)
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Sweet potato latkes – Vegan
About:
Latkes are potato pancakes that are traditionally fried in oil. “I love the challenge of taking a traditional dish and tweaking it in such a way that you arrive at something new and different”
Health Benefits:
Sweet potato, not only is just sweet to your taste buds but also good for your cardiovascular health! It is an edible, underground tuber initially cultivated in the Central American region. This crunchy, starch root vegetable is rich source of flavonoid anti-oxidants, vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber that are essential for optimal health.
I served these latkes with soy ginger sauce (recipe link)
Yields-10-12
Preparation time-15 minutes
Cooking time-7-8 minutes per batch (I cooked 4 latkes at a time)
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