Though it has a rigid surface and is bitter in taste, bitter melon is believed to have a host of medicinal properties including helping with balancing and regulating blood sugar level. Additionally, the juicy pulp of Jamun/ Jambo fruit contains resin, Gallic acid and tannin and the taste can vary from acidic to fairly sweet. The Jamun seed is known to contain a biochemical called ‘jambolin’ and glycoside, which is believed to check the conversion of starch into sugar. It is also a rich source of vitamins A & C. Popular name(s): Jambul, Jamun, Black Plum, Faux Pistachier, Indian Blackberry, Jambol, Doowet and Jambolan. “The fruit of the tree are very tasteful; one who regularly consumes the juice of the jambu tree, does not suffer from old age, disease and can even resist death…” Vayu puran, Chapter 46, Verse 28/29.
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Makhanas, also called fox nuts, or lotus seeds, come from a plant called Euryale Fox which grows in the stagnant water of wetlands or ponds in Eastern Asia. They have been used in Chinese medicine since 3000 years and find an important place in the science of Ayurveda too.
Made from peeled, dried, green mangoes. Used as souring agent, in marinades and as a tenderiser. Best used towards the end of cooking.
The flavour is slightly acidic/sweet.
Available in 20 x 100g bag.
This is a Vegetarian product.
Can be used as a Dip, a Spread, and a Cooking ingredient
Serve the Chutney on its own as a spicy dip with starters. Or add some chutney to cheese, mayo or yogurt dips to give them a spicy twist
Spread it on dosas, uttapams, vada pav, rolls, omelets, sandwiches or pizzas for extra heat
As a cooking sauce, it can be used to make all kinds of Schezwan dishes like Fried Rice, Chowmein, Tikkas, Poha, Chole, and Biriyani
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