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Almond Kernels (Badam) |
Almonds are eaten raw as well as roasted or used in cooking of bakery products and other products such as marzipan, cakes, toffees, dessert powder, biscuits. Almond kernals are also used in making peanut butter and almond milk.
These nuts have a mild flavor, which is why these are used for garnishing as well as an ingredient in sweet and savory dishes. Almonds are a rich source of vitamin E and monounsaturated fat, one of the good fats which help in reducing LDL cholesterol. (learn more...)
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Apricot Dried Whole (Magaz Khesta) |
Apricots contain vitamin A and nutrients which help protect the heart and eyes and gives good vision. Dried apricots are used in making jams. Apricots are sometimes used to make liquor and Brandy. Dry apricots are considered a popular
Apricot kernel oil happens to work wonders when massaged to babies and adults and is used extensively in aromatherapy. Apricot kernal oil is also used in aromatherapy and as an ingredient in making cosmetic products and toiletries. (learn more...)
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Black Currant |
Black currants are commonly used in making jams, jelly, juice, cordial and liquor. Black currants are used as a drug for fatigue related visual impairment and treating arthritis. Black currents’ paste is considered effective in curing skin disorders.
Black berries are also dried and used in cakes for adding flavor. The oil of the black curant’s seeds is rich in gamma- linolenic acid which is primarily found in vegetable oils. Some black curents are rich in vitamin C. (learn more...)
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Cashew Nuts (Kajoo) |
The nuts and kernels of cashews are eaten as snacks and used in making salads and stir-fried dishes. Also nut-butter spread is made with the cashews due to its high oil content. Moreover, cashews are used in making jams, chutneys and beverages. A recommended portion of cashew nuts as a part of human diet is also helpful in boosting the energy level as well as reduces the risk of heart diseases. The gum obtained from the shell of cashews is used in various medicinal preparations. (learn more...)
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Dry Black/Green/Golden Sultana Raisins |
Raisins are very sweet due to their high concentration in sugar. The Sultana raisins are most commonly eaten raw as snacks and also used in baking fruit cakes for occasions. Apart from cakes it is also used to make wine. The wine made from raisins (grapes) is very sweet and is normally made during the season of Christmas. The raisins provide us with some necessary vitamins, iron, and minerals, as well as it is fat free and cholesterol free. Raisins are a rich source of iron and therefore enrich the blood. (learn more...)
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Dry Dates |
Dried dates can be eaten raw and used in a variety of products like cakes, sweets, marzipans, puddings, bread etc. Dates can even be used in cookies, ice-cream or candy bars. Dates are sometimes used to make pickles as well. There are even juices of dates that are used as a non alcoholic drink during the Holy Muslim month of Ramadan. (learn more...)
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Dried Sweet Figs (Anjeer) |
Figs contain a significant quantity of fiber and iron as compared to other dry fruits. They can be eaten fresh or dried and used in making jam. In Bengal it is cooked as a vegetable and is considered useful for heart ailments, they are made into syrups and given to people suffering from different heart ailments. Moreover, figs are known to reduce the risk of heart diseases as in lowering the blood cholesterol levels. Figs even contain a high quantity of calcium, phosphorous, iron, vitamin C and B. (learn more...)
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Pine Nuts Kernel/ Pine Nuts with Shell |
Pine nuts can be eaten raw or roasted and are used in a variety of sweet and savory dishes such as cakes, soups and other desserts. It is used in a kind of Italian sauce called pesto as well as used in chocolates. Normally pine nuts are added in vegetable dishes for flavour.
The oil extracted from pine nuts is precious and useful for health benefits. Chilgozas’ are high-fat nuts and are rich in carbohydrates and proteins. (learn more...)
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Pistachio with and without Shell |
The pistachio kernels are often eaten whole or roasted. Pistache are very famous for being used in ice-creams and for garnishing. Pistachio’s can also be used in puddings, cakes and other desserts. (learn more...)
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Walnuts (Akhrot) |
Walnuts are used in cakes and toffees. It is specially used in making traditional sweets/desserts, breads, muffins and cookies. They are rich in oil content and are used in cookery, as in garnishing sometimes and could be eaten plain as well. In some countries the walnuts are preserved in vinegar, they are called ‘pickled walnuts’. Walnuts along with olive oil help in reducing the inflammation in the arteries after meals which can cause heart diseases. (learn more...)
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