Vasantha Neer Recipe / Tender Coconut Cooler

Vasantha Neer prepared using all natural Ingredients like tender coconut, honey, ginger  and mint, is a prefect summer cooler keeps our body hydrated and helps in healing heat boils.

Vasantha Neer Recipe Video Posted on Vidyascooking Youtube Shorts 

Ingredients:

2 Cups Tender Coconut Water

2 Tbsp Chopped Tender Coconut

2 Sprigs Chopped Mint Leaves

1/2 Inch Ginger Grated

1 Tbsp Lime Juice

2 Tbsp Honey

Prep:

Wash, peel and grate ginger.

Separate mint leaves from stem, rinse in water twice, drain and pat dry. Chop the mint leaves and reserve. 

Chop the tender coconut or coconut flesh into tiny pieces and reserve.

Wash and chop lime in half, remove the seeds and squeeze the lime juice in a small bowl and reserve.

Method:

In a bowl add tender coconut water, grated ginger, mint leaves, coconut pieces, lime juice and honey stir till well combined.

Take a tall serving tumbler fill it with ice cubes and pour the vasantha neer serve rightaway...Enjoy!

Tender coconut water offers numerous health benefits, including hydration, electrolyte replenishment, and support for digestive and kidney health. It's also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, potentially aiding in weight management and improving skin and heart health. 

Amla Rice / Nellikkai Sadam / Gooseberry Rice

This flavorful amla rice has always been a family favorite. Mom used to pack amla rice for my school and office lunch. Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, offers a wide range of health benefits, including boosting immunity, supporting heart health, improving digestion, and promoting skin and hair health. It's a rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants, making it a valuable addition to a healthy diet. 

Amla Rice Recipe Posted on Vidyascooking Youtube Shorts 

Ingredients:

2 Cups Cooked Rice

2 Large Amlas Grated

3 Finely Chopped Green Chilies

3 Sprigs Curry Leaves

2 Dried Red Chilies

1/2 Tbsp Split Channa Dal

1/2 Tbsp Split Urad Dal

1/4 Tsp Mustard Seeds

1/4 Tsp Asafetida

1 Tbsp Groundnuts

1/4 Tsp Turmeric Powder

1/2 Tbsp Salt

Oil as required.

Prep:

Rinse 1 1/2 Cups rice till clear water. Then place the rice in a cooker with 3 cups water, cover and place a whistle. Cook the rice for 3 to 4 whistles on high flame. Once the rice is cooked, spread it on a plate to cool down before preparing the dish.

Wash and grate the amlas using a cheese grater.

Separate the curry leaves from the stem and rinse in water twice.

Remove the stems from the chilies, rinse in water and finely chop.

Method:

Heat a wok with  3 tbsp oil. Once the oil stars to smoke place on medium flame, add split chickpeas and black gram dal allow it to fry for few seconds.

Add the mustard seeds and allow it to splutter. Add groundnut and fry it for few more seconds.

Break the dried red chilies in half and add it to the wok fry all the ingredients for few seconds. Add the curry leaves and chopped green chilies and fry it a bit.

Add the grated amla, asafetida, turmeric powder and salt fry the amla till transparent or glossy.

Add the cooked rice and mix well if there are lumps in the rice break it with the spatula and stir well till well combined.

Allow the rice to heat up and absorb the masala. Plate the amla rice and serve...Enjoy!

Amla Lassi / Nellikkai Moru / Gooseberry Smoothie

Lassi is considered a probiotic-rich drink because it is made from yogurt, which contains beneficial bacteria that promote gut health. These bacteria, known as probiotics, help maintain a healthy balance of gut flora, aiding digestion and boosting overall well-being. Incroporating amla, in lassi, offers a wide range of health benefits, including boosting immunity, supporting heart health, improving digestion, and promoting skin and hair health. It's a rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants, making it a valuable addition to a healthy diet. Intake of 1 or 2 large amla everyday is a must. If you find amla bitter or sour then try this way a lassi format.

Amla Lassi Recipe on Vidyascooking Youtube Shorts 

Ingredients:

2 Large Amlas Grated

1/2 Inch Ginger Grated

3 Sprigs Coriander Leaves

2 Sprigs Curry Leaves

1 Green Chilly

1 Cup Yogurt

1/4 Tsp Asafetida

1/2 Tsp Cumin Seeds

1 Tsp Salt

Prep:

Wash and grate the amla.

Peel, wash and grate the ginger.

Remove the stem from green chilly rinse in water slit and reserve.

Remove the roots and hard stems from coriander leaves. Rinse twice or thrice and reserve.

Separate the curry leaves from the stems, rinse well and reserve.

Method:

In a mixerjar add the grated amla, grated ginger, chilly, curry leaves, coriander leaves, cumin seeds, asafetida and salt, cover and grind to form a smooth masala.

Add yogurt and grind till smooth.

In a tall tumbler add half the amount of the ground yogurt amla mixture, next dilute with cold water and serve...Enjoy!

Sweet Amla Lassi / Nellikkai Sweet Lassi

Pair this sweet amla lassi with parathas or pulao and enjoy the flavors from luscious lassi. If you hate eating amla as it ican be bitter or too sour then try it this way.

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Amla Lassi Ingredients:

2 Grated Amla

8 Tbsp Sugar

1 1/2 Cups Fresh Yogurt

Method:

Wash the amlas then using a cheese grater grate it and add it to a mixer jar, along with sugar. 

Grind the amla and sugar first. Next add the yogurt and grind to form a smooth puree.

Refrigerate the lassi till it is chilled and serve in a serving glass...Enjoy!

Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, offers a wide range of health benefits, including boosting immunity, supporting heart health, improving digestion, and promoting skin and hair health. It's a rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants, making it a valuable addition to a healthy diet. 

Here's a more detailed look at the benefits:

1. Boosting Immunity: Amla is exceptionally high in vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that supports immune function. This can help the body fight off infections and illnesses. 

2. Supporting Heart Health: Amla may help lower cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation, and improve blood flow, all of which are beneficial for heart health. 

3. Improving Digestion: Amla contains dietary fiber, which can help regulate bowel movements and prevent constipation. It also stimulates digestive enzymes, aiding in the efficient breakdown of food. 

4. Promoting Skin Health: The high vitamin C content in amla stimulates collagen production, which can improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Amla may also help reduce blemishes and even out skin tone. 

5. Enhancing Hair Health: Amla is often used in hair care products to strengthen hair, reduce hair loss, and improve scalp health. It can also help prevent premature greying and promote hair growth. 

6. Other Potential Benefits:

Blood Sugar Regulation:

Amla may help regulate blood sugar levels, which could be beneficial for individuals with diabetes. 

Liver Support:

Studies suggest amla may have hepatoprotective properties, potentially protecting the liver from damage. 

Brain Function:

Some research indicates that amla may help improve memory and reduce stress hormones. 

Weight Management:

Amla juice may aid in weight loss by boosting metabolism and improving digestion. 

Amla Chutney / Nellikkai Thokku Recipe

Amla chutney or thokku is a versatile dish, which can be served with parathas, chapathis, curd rice or can be mixed with steam cooked rice. This amla thokku has a shelf-life upto 3 weeks with refrigeration.

Recipe Video in Youtube Shorts on Vidyascooking Youtube Channel

Ingredients:

6 Amlas Grated 

8 Green Chilies Coarse Ground

1 Tsp Urad Dal (Black Gram Dal)

1 Tsp Mustard Seeds

1/4 Tsp Turmeric Powder

1 Tsp Chilly Flakes Optional 

1/4 Tsp Asafoetida

1/4 Cup Oil 

Salt as per taste

Prep:

Wash the amla well and wipe it. Using a cheese grater, grate the amla and reserve.

Remove the stems from green chilies. Rinse in water twice. Pat the green chilies with a towel. Add the chillies to a mixerjar and grind to form a coarse paste and reserve.

Method:

Heat a wok on medium flame with oil.

Add the mustard seeds and split blackgram dal to the oil allow it to splutter. 

Next add grated amla, coarse ground chilly paste, turmeric powder, asafoetida, and salt stir well and fry.

Check for salt and spice content add it if needed. I normally add 1 tsp chilly flakes.

Stir and fry the amla on medium flame for 5 to 10 minutes or until the color of the amla changes to golden brown.

Remove the amla thokku from flame allow it to cool down and bottle it.

This thokku stores well upto 3 weeks in a airtight bottle.

Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, offers a wide range of health benefits, including boosting immunity, supporting heart health, improving digestion, and promoting skin and hair health. It's a rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants, making it a valuable addition to a healthy diet. 

Here's a more detailed look at the benefits:

1. Boosting Immunity: Amla is exceptionally high in vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that supports immune function. This can help the body fight off infections and illnesses. 

2. Supporting Heart Health: Amla may help lower cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation, and improve blood flow, all of which are beneficial for heart health. 

3. Improving Digestion: Amla contains dietary fiber, which can help regulate bowel movements and prevent constipation. It also stimulates digestive enzymes, aiding in the efficient breakdown of food. 

4. Promoting Skin Health: The high vitamin C content in amla stimulates collagen production, which can improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Amla may also help reduce blemishes and even out skin tone. 

5. Enhancing Hair Health: Amla is often used in hair care products to strengthen hair, reduce hair loss, and improve scalp health. It can also help prevent premature greying and promote hair growth. 

6. Other Potential Benefits:

Blood Sugar Regulation:

Amla may help regulate blood sugar levels, which could be beneficial for individuals with diabetes. 

Liver Support:

Studies suggest amla may have hepatoprotective properties, potentially protecting the liver from damage. 

Brain Function:

Some research indicates that amla may help improve memory and reduce stress hormones. 

Weight Management:

Amla juice may aid in weight loss by boosting metabolism and improving digestion.