Danfe Foods

  It’s no secret that, when it comes to Indian cooking, spices are the star ingredient. Just adding a pinch of spice can wake up any dish and fill your kitchen with a tasteful aroma. They just have the ability to make or break your recipe. Beyond the robust flavor they impart on your recipes, spices contain powerful nutrients and provide so many health benefits.  Let's take a deeper look into some of the essential Indian spices and the benefits they offer for your health.  Cumin Seeds  Known as the second most popular spice in the world, Cumin Seeds are rich in antioxidants, iron, dietary fiber, carbohydrates, minerals, and vitamins. These dark brown seeds are known to help fight bacteria and parasites, aid digestion, control blood sugar levels, and improve memory.  Ajwain Seeds Also known as Carom Seeds, Ajwain Seeds have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, and anesthetic properties. These tiny seeds are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, anti...

  Ever wandered down the grocery aisle and felt overwhelmed by the range of lentils on the shelf? Lentils are part of the legume family and most commonly associated with Indian cuisine. But the history of lentils can be traced back to different ancient civilizations — from Egyptian to Greek. They used them for medical and cooking purposes, mainly because of two reasons: they are versatile and extremely nutritious.      Lentils aren’t just one type fits all. There are different types of lentils, each with a unique nutritional profile. Now let's take a deeper look into 8 different types of lentils and their nutritional value.  Urad Dal  Urad Dal, also known as black gram, is an extremely nutritious lentil, most-popularly consumed in India. It’s a star ingredient brimming with nutrients such as protein, fat, vitamin B, iron, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. Its rich nutritional content is known to aid digestion, improve skin health, boost energy,...