GOOSEBERRY (AMLA)

Guess Me !!

Can the goose grow these berries ?

I’m not a silly berry

 I may look like grapes but

have distinct veins running through my skin

looking like bolts of electricity

light green, yellow or reddish purple in color

tart and fibrous to eat

 taste sour and bitter at first, but get sweeter

after chewing and drinking water.

In season from May – August

Peak season in July

 can be crushed into a juice, made into a pickle,

brewed into a tea, syruped into sugar candy,

cooked into jams , sauces or baked into a pie

scientific name : “Emblica officinales” or ” Phylanthus Emblica”

belong to the Euphorbiaceae family

grown in India, Middle East and South Asian countries

available in various forms

powder, juice, oil, tablets and spice

Gooseberry (Amla) Nutrition

 highly nutritious 150g contain

Calories 66, protein 1.3 g , fat 0.9 g

Carb 15g, fiber 6.5g

Minerals Calcium 2.9%, Iron 2.6%, Manganese 10%

Vitamins A 9 %  C 69 % ; B5 9%; B6 7% of DV

Health Benefits of Gooseberry

anti cancer properties – research suggests they are among the most nutritious and beneficial berries

high fiber food curbs hunger and regulates digestion

low glycemic index a desirable fruit to help keep insulin levels stable

high protein keeps you fuller longer with slow digestion time

high water content makes you ultra satisfying

extremely low in fat

check labels for increased carbs in sugary canned  gooseberries

Gooseberry is well known for its Ayurvedic properties.

Amla juice has antioxidant and detoxifying properties.

Besides being healthy, it is a refreshing beverage on any hot day to cool down.

Procedure To make Amla Juice

  • Rinse gooseberries (amla); cut into wedges and discard the seeds.
  • slice the berries fine or grate them using a grater.
  • Place in a blender, add water and blend to a smooth infusion.
  • It looks like a colloid; small particles floating in the translucent liquid.
  • Add salt, honey, cardamom and  any sweetener; blend again.
  • Strain Amla juice into a glass jug using a colander.
  • Add ice and store in the refrigerator.
  • Keeps fresh for up to 2 days