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Thai mushroom, spinach green curry


Thai Green curry

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As per wiki thai cuisine has variety of curry but green curry as the name says its just derived from the colour of the dish. Here the curry paste is the blend of green chilli and spices.

Mushroom, spinach, chickpeas green curry is very easy to make. It is a curry made with coconut milk and homemade curry paste with the blend of fresh spices. This curry is nutritious, tastes great either with any rice or it can even be served as a soup.

Health Benefits:

Mushrooms are advised to eat to get full range of nutritional benefits from fruit and veg. they contain virtually no fat, sugar or salt and are a valuable source of dietary fibre as well as rich in vitamins. Spinach is loaded with nutrients such as iron, niacin, beta-carotene. Chickpeas are high in protein and have low glycemic index, its consumption keep you feeling full which helps to consume fewer calories.

Serves: 3-4servings
Preparation time: 10mins
Cooking time: 20mins

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Amla/Gooseberry dip/Spread


Amla Spread new

 

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This is a quick and easy dip recipe. Gooseberries tastes sour and gives a zing to the tongue when eaten raw, but as a fruit is very nourishing, so why not try to make some tasty dips, pickles, jams, juices and include in your daily diet.

Gooseberries 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, supports the heart, strengthens the lungs. It provides remedies for many diseases, so it is widely used in ayurvedic treatment. It contains chrominum, which has a therapeutic value for diabetic patients. 

Yields: 1cup
Cooking time: 10mins
Preparation time: 10mins

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