Amla Rajma pulao
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This no-fuss red kidney beans, amla/gooseberry and brown rice is one of the most convenient meal recipes of all times. Super easy, simple and extremely nutritious and this Rice Pilaf featuring – authentic spices with the goodness of amla/gooseberry and bean.
This recipe is full of protein and fiber, two healthy nutrition components.
Health Benefits:
With their deep red color, cooked red kidney beans can liven up a wide range of meals including salads, soups and stews. Packed with protein, soluble (and insoluble) fiber, folate (vitamin B9), magnesium, potassium and a number of other health promoting nutrients, red kidney beans (haricots rouges, red beans, in French) are a true superfood.
The health benefits of Indian Gooseberry, also known as Amla, can be partially attributed to its high vitamin-C content. Amla 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
Soaking time- 5-6hours/overnight (if using dry beans)
Cooking time-30 minutes
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Babycorn Squash/pumpkin Korma – Zero-oil
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A creamy Indian korma that combines ground whole spices with succulent squash/pumpkin and baby corn cooked in coconut milk.
Korma (a mild and creamy Indian curry) is high on our list of ultimate comfort foods. And this korma, without doubt, is the best we’ve ever tasted. Surprisingly, it was also the quickest and easiest korma we’ve ever made.
Health benefits of Pumpkin/Squash:
Squash is one of the most versatile and delicious vegetables available throughout the world, and it also packs a serious punch in terms of healthy and medicinal benefits. Different varieties of squash have the ability to improve the quality of your sight, boost skin health, strengthen the immune system, prevent cancer, manage symptoms of diabetes, build strong bones, protect heart health, reduce symptoms of insomnia, prevent inflammatory conditions, treat arthritis,
The aromatics that waft from this recipe will drive the family crazy with succulent Pumpkin and baby corn.
Yields-3-4 servings
Preparation time-15 minutes
Cooking time-20 minutes
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