South Indian Vegetarian Recipes, Kolams, Rangoli and more
Information about common Indian fruits like Nanari, Jujube, Mangoes, Jack Fruit, Banana, Guava, Water Melon
Chikoo Fruit (called as “Sapota pazham” in Tamil Nadu) is a rich source of digestible sugar, protein, fibre and minerals like phosphorus, calcium and iron. The milk like substance (the latex) extracted from the chikoo stem is gummy in structure and used to make the chewing gum. Chicklet is made […]
Cherries can increase antioxidant levels, and an abundance of antioxidants may help slow the aging process. Cherries are also full of vitamin C, calcium, potassium, and fiber. Fresh cherries are even better and may lower heart attack and stroke risk.
Pomegranates are not only delicious and beautiful, they’re also one of the most nutritious fruits we can eat. Pomegranates are being hailed as a super-food which can protect the heart. Pomegranate juice contains the highest antioxidant capacity compared to other juices, red wine and green tea.
In India, particularly in Tamilnadu, the three fruits, Mango, Jackfruit and Banana are called “Mukkani” (three fruits). These fruits are offered in prayers and serving the three fruits together is considered a VIP treatment to the guests. This fact is mentioned in Tamil literatures also. Summer is the season when […]
The jackfruit is Low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium and High in Vitamin C and Manganese. The seeds, known as breadnuts, are rich source of complex carbohydrate, dietary fiber, vitamins like vitamin A, C and certain B vitamins, and minerals like calcium, zinc, and phosphorous. Recipes: Jackfruit Payasam Jackfruit […]
May your life be as bright as this Kolam. Tamil New Year is on 14th April 2010. Even though it has been changed to the first day of Tamil Month of “Thai” (Pongal Day) as per Government orders, there is no change in the mind set of most of the […]