Subzee..ts Peas Thought of the day
Guess Me !?!I grow in pods – amazingly cozyshelled – roll around freeboiled – swell upmicrowave – popupfrozen – stay putalways green full of proteinbuild muscles and grow… Read More »
Carrot Lentil Salad (Gajar Kosmalli)
Carrot Health Benefits
– low in calories
-help in liver cleansing, toxemia and swelling
-help with vision improvement with vitamin A
– rich in vitamins A, B-6, C, K, fiber and potassium
– reduce lung cancer risk by 40% with 3mg beta carotene/ carrot
Stuffed Okra (Bhara Bhendi)
Okra, known scientifically as “Abelmoschus esculentus or hibiscus esculentus” derived its name from the Niger – Congo region in Africa. It is a member of the mallow family related to cotton, hibiscus and hollyhock. It originated in Ethiopia, and cultivated by ancient Egyptians by 12th century. Its cultivation spread to North Africa and Middle East. Okra came to the Caribbean in the 1700s probably brought by slaves from West Africa.and Introduced to Western Europe soon after. In Louisiana the creoles learned from the slaves the use of okra to thicken soups and it is now essential in the stew “Creole Gumbo” .
Stufffed Bell Peppers(Bhara Simla Mirchi)
Bell Pepper burns more calories: Recent research indicates that red peppers activate thermogenesis and increase metabolic rate without increasing heart rate and blood pressure like hot peppers.
Plantain Stew ( Nendrankai Vattan)
Plantains ensure food security
– provide 10% of calories and carbs from resistant starch that can boost energy during marathon runs
-aid bone strengthening
– boost immunity
– reduce constipation
– play a vital role in vision maintenance
-play a beneficial role in treatment of neuritis, anemia and decrease homocysteine levels that cause stroke
Grilled Eggplants ( Baingan Bhartha)
In North India large eggplants are grilled in a Tandoor oven. In this preparation the egg plant is grilled on a stove in direct flame to be charred…. Read More »
Mushroom n Peas Sauté (Chatrak Matar Subzee)
mushrooms aid in weight loss
mushrooms boost immune system
mushrooms lower risk of breast and prostate cancer
mushrooms help lower cholesterol levels
mushrooms prevent osteoporosis and joint pain
mushrooms protect diabetics from infection
mushrooms strengthen bones and teeth
mushrooms stimulate absorption of iron,reduce blood pressure
Bitter Melon Sauté
Bitter melon is a staple among many cultures in Africa, Asia and Caribbean due to its anti inflammatory, anti fungal, anti allergenic, anti viral, anti parasitic and expectorant qualities.
Parsnip Bake/ Puree
Parsnip is a good carrot alternative. “Pastinaca sativa” scientific name for parsnip, is a cool biennial crop native to the Mediterranean region. It is a member of the… Read More »
Brussels Sprouts Steamed/Baked ( Chota Gobi Vafaa/Senka)
Brussels sprouts is among the top 20 most nutritious foods according to Aggregate Nutrient Density Index (ANDI) score providing a large amount of nutrients and few calories.
