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Quick and Easy Grit Corn Recipes

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Simple, yet incredibly delicious corn grits make wonderful dishes. A corn grit consists of three primary components: the hull, the germ, and the inner starch. Traditionally, in the Southern United States, corn grit flour has been used in a variety of dishes that encapsulates the whole kernel.  High-quality cooking grits are naturally gluten-free and have a lower glycemic index, making them ideal for people with celiac disease. Grits contain iron, which protects against iron deficiency, while their fiber content helps improve digestion and satisfies hunger. Take a look at some of the best yet underrated corn grits recipes. Sweet Cornbread If you're craving a sweet & moist cornbread, then you've come to the right place.  Ingredients ½ cup Grit Cornflour 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour ⅔ cup granulated sugar 1 Tbsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 1 ¼ cups milk 2 large eggs lightly beaten ⅓ cup vegetable oil 3 Tbsp butter melted Instructions Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line an 8-inch squar...

Healthy Semolina Dessert Recipes

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Semolina, or sooji, as it is called in India, is a coarse flour that's high in protein. Its distinct texture is what makes pasta and bread sturdy and prevents them from crumbling! These semolina flour recipes are so special because they are full of natural nutrients. Besides boosting immunity, it also helps nourish the body, boost energy, and improve heart health.  With the holidays right around the corner, sweet treats are on everyone's minds. Here are a few delicious desserts using semolina flour that you can enjoy with your family and loved ones this holiday season. Semolina Pudding Recipe Semolina pudding, a nutritious and easy dessert recipe, loved by both young and old. A few simple ingredients make this pudding a breeze to cook.  Ingredients 12 tsp semolina flour 600 ml milk  1 tbsp vanilla sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon Instructions Pour the milk into a pan and bring it to a boil with the sugar and half of the cinnamon stick. Stir the semolina continuously for about ...

Meal Prep Recipes for a Balanced Diet

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Meal prepping means planning out your diet and preparing meals in batches to last over time. It is a very efficient way to prepare your meals, especially if you have a busy schedule and find it difficult to maintain a healthy diet with all your meals in a day, every day. You can prepare batches of ingredients and then combine them together at the time of consumption in different ways. For instance, you can prepare lentils for your protein, veggies for nutrients and fiber, rice for your carbohydrates, and some kind of fat/dairy to prepare a balanced meal. This method makes for nutritious and delicious meals. Here are a few recipes: Lentil Salad Lentil salad is a great way to get your protein without feeling too full. Ingredients: 1 ½ cups masoor dal  2 small cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp sea salt Black pepper, to taste 1 ½ cups chopped greens ½ stalk of green onion  ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup raw apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp maple syrup 1 tbsp ground mustard 1 ½ cups halved cherry tomat...

Spices to Aid Digestive Health

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Having a properly functioning digestive system is critical for maintaining good health. One of the many things we can do ourselves to maintain and even improve the functioning of our digestive system is using the power of digestive spices. There are many spices with differing helpful properties, especially when it comes to our digestive system. Easy homemade dishes using spices can often be a simple yet effective way that we maintain our digestive health. Here are some of the best spices good for digestion: Coriander Seeds Coriander seeds are commonly used in herbal remedies for a variety of ailments. Coriander seeds contain natural carminative properties that reduce or prevent gas in the gastrointestinal tract and help relieve numerous digestive disorders caused by heat. This is why they are also known to help improve ailments such as heartburn. The liver and pancreas are also shown to produce more natural bile and digestive enzymes when consuming these seeds. Cumin Seeds Cumin seeds ...

Dill Seeds: Unique Flavors and Recipe

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The dill plant is renowned as a culinary spice whose herbal properties have made it a popular medicine for centuries. These plants are found in Northern Europe and Russia, originating from the Parsley Umbelliferae plant family. In Europe, they’re known as Anethum graveolen, and in India, Anethum sowa. The dill plant does not actually produce any seeds; dill ‘seeds’ are just the dried fruit of the plant.  Dill seeds have a sweet and aromatic flavor: somewhere between anise and caraway. Dill is also used to prepare cakes and bread. The flavor grows stronger the more you use it, especially in sour cream and yogurt sauces. Dill seeds are considered to be especially effective in relieving flatulence. It’s a key component of pickling spice. Let’s delve into some of the dill seeds health benefits: Health Benefits of Dill Seeds: Helps Better Sleep: Dill seeds are rich in enzymes and vitamin B, which helps ease stress and aids sleep. Helps Enhance Bone Strength: Dill contains a large amou...

Methi Seeds: Unique Properties & Recipes

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Fenugreek seeds are one of the most popular spices in India and give lentil stews and vegetable subzis their distinctive flavor. Their distinctive aroma and taste can transform the taste of savory as well as sweet meals. They are small-sized seeds with a beige color and a faintly sweet aroma. Fenugreek is native to southern Europe, the Mediterranean region, and parts of Western Asia, India, and North Africa. Both the leaves and seeds are used in a wide range of local cuisines and herbal medicines. Methi seeds have a sweet and nutty flavor, reminiscent of maple syrup and burnt sugar. They are bitter when eaten raw, but when cooked with aromatics and spices, they add sweetness and depth to saucy dishes. Here are a few recipes that bring out the best of the fenugreek flavors:   Fenugreek Tea   The flavor of fenugreek seeds pairs best with black tea, and this tea recipe is easy to make.   Ingredients: 1 tbsp methi seeds 2 tsp any tea leaves A tsp of honey  5 cups water I...

Chatpata Chaats Using Pani Puris

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Pani Puri is an Indian chaat that always appeals to all flavor palettes. It is called by different names across the country, but most popularly known as Pani Puri. The puris are small semolina/wheat flour spheres that are rolled into small sheets and deep fried until crisp. They are then stuffed with mashed potatoes, boiled chickpeas, chopped veggies, and then dipped in chilled mint tamarind water (the pani) and eaten whole. The flavor of Pani Puri relies on authenticity. The puris available in the market these days are chemically processed and do not have the same authentic flavor. This is why Danfe’s Uncooked Pani Puri is the best ingredient for homemade pani puri - it is made without chemicals and results in some airy and crispy puris. Try out some of these chaat recipes: Classic Pani Puri Chaat This recipe is to make classic pani puri at home with your choice of fillings. Ingredients: Uncooked Pani Puri 10 nos 1 cup chopped potato (boiled) ¼ cup chopped onion ½ cup curd (well beat...