Articles Archive for April 2009
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Coriander is well known in Asia countries from the Chinese continent to the Indian continent. American’s refer coriander as cilantro and uses it as herb. Coriander’s cousin is Parsley with milder flavour than coriander; also it is very common in European cooking. Coriander promotes digestion and helps in the removal of phlegm.
Ingredients
1 bunch of coriander leaves
2cm young ginger chopped
2 red peppers sliced with seeds removed
2 tablespoon lemon juice
4 tablespoon fresh grated coconut
Salt to taste
½ teaspoon cumin
Method
Chop coriander leaves and blend it with ginger, pepper and coconut. Finally, add …
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Macaroni soup with vegetables can be a good choice for a light dinner. Vegetables such as Carrot, Tomato and Celery are very good for health and it gives the nutrients needed for healthy lifestyle. Ginger is a very good herb for stomach bloat and helps to flush out trapped air.
Ingredients:
½ organic Carrot – sliced
1 Tomato – dice
½ stalk Celery – sliced
1 big Onion – sliced
1 tablespoon soup Ginger – sliced
1 cup Macaroni – cooked
Salt to taste
Grounded Pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 cube vegetable stock
1 liter fresh …
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Tomato is known as a plant of the nightshades family, while potatoes and eggplant being cousins of tomato. Tomato is a good source of Lycopene which is vital in anti-oxidant. One glass of tomato juice everyday is good to keep a person healthy for life. Tomato is commonly used as a vegetable in cooking and meals, although it is classified as a fruit by US tariffs.
Ingredients:
2 large tomatoes
2 egg plants
1 large onion – chopped
1 tablespoon butter
5 tablespoons cheese
½ teaspoon crushed pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoon blended kidney beans paste
Method:
Skin …
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Eggplant is also known as Aubergine or Brinjal and it is a plant of the nightshades family. Eggplant is a good source of potassium, fiber, magnesium, niacin, vitamin B1 and B6. Eggplant is commonly used as a vegetable in cooking and meals.
Ingredients
1 Eggplant
1 medium sized onion – chopped
2 cube butter – for frying
½ tablespoon curry powder @ masala
¼ tablespoon turmeric powder
2 tablespoon lemon juice
Pepper to taste
Salt to taste
2 stalk coriander leaves – chopped finely
Method
Cut egg plant into 2 cm’s thick in slanting manner. Marinate egg plant with salt and …
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Mushrooms contain riboflavin, niacin and potassium nutrients which are needed in our daily nutrient intake. Mushrooms can come in handy for diet and health conscious people to grab a quick affordable meal for dinner or breakfast.
Ingredients
6 medium sized button mushrooms
2 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
2 tablespoons brown sauce or pepper sauce
½ teaspoon salt or according to taste
2 slices bread
Pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon lemon juice
Method
Remove stalks from mushroom, dry and chop it into small bits. Heat the pan and melt the butter in low heat, while the butter melts add …
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Coriander leaves is considered as herb plant and it has many health benefits besides its magnificent smell when it is added in the food. I personally, search for coriander leaves in my food if it is part of the dish and consume it happily. Coriander leaves aids in digestion and helps to settle the trouble stomach. This reminds me of Rasam, which is widely consumed by South-Indian’s after their main meal. One of the purposes of Rasam is for good digestion after a good heavy meal and rasam will not …
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Salt has vast benefits depending on the person’s health nature. Salt helps to keep the water balance in our bodies. Dehydration is common when you are playing sports or an extensive amount of energy is exerted. Salt plays a vital ingredient in dehydration and replaces the electrolytes lost by the body. Salt can be enemy for a high blood pressure person but it is encouraged for a low blood pressure person.
Ingredients
2 large russet potatoes
100 grams Sea Salt – to coat on top of the potatoes
Extra Virgin Olive oil – …
