Ghol bhaji recipe /CHIVAL BHAJI

Mar 03, 2016
By Mary Anthony
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GHOL BHAJI RECIPE

Purslane is best used for human consumption as a green vegetable rich in minerals and omega-3 fatty acids

These are tiny green leafy veg with red stems.It is a extremely nutrioius wild weed.

The leaves are tangy or khatta, sour. The entire weed is edible (except the thick root) and contains lot of water too. The plant contains about 93% water. It is low in calories.

It has high amount of Omega 3 Fatty Acids. Perhaps the only plant base source with such high amount of Omega 3 Fatty Acids which is otherwise available only in fish. It is high in Antioxidants and Minerals.

Few more benefits – Aids in weight loss lowers bad cholesterol. Protects bones against osteoperosis.

Reduce inflammation on bee stings and snake bites. Helps to prevent mascular degeneration & cataract. Reduces appearances of wrinkles,scars and blemishes. Prevents developmental disorders like autism and ADHD in children.

Purslane is a green, leafy vegetable that can be eaten raw or cooked. Not only does purslane contain vitamin A, vitamin C, and more beta-carotene than carrots, this plant also packs a healthy punch of omega-3 fatty acids. Eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids (like fish) can help prevent cardiovascular disease like and lower blood pressure.

Its use as a purgative, cardiac tonic, emollient, muscle relaxant, and anti-inflammatory and diuretic treatment makes it important in herbal medicine. Purslane has also been used in the treatment of osteoporosis and psoriasis.

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INGREDIENTS

Ghol leaf – ¼ kg
Oil – 1 tbsp
Jeera – ½ tsp
Onion finely chopped – 1
Finely chopped tomato – 1
Ginger garlic paste – 1 tsp
Chilli pwdr – 1 tsp
Turmeric pwdr- ¼ tsp
Coriander pwdr – 1 tsp
Salt to taste
Pinch of asafoetida

PREPARATION

Remove the roots of the greens .Soak in water to remove the soil.wash in 2 – 3 water.Chop it.

METHOD

Heat oil in a pan .

Add jeera and allow it to splutter.

Add the onions and fry till light brown.

Add ginger garlic paste and fry till raw smell leaves.

Add tomatoes and cook till they become soft and oil separates.

Add chilli pwdr + turmeric pwdr + coriander pwdr + salt + asafeotida and fry .

Add the chopped leaf and stir well till they get coated with the masala.

Cover and cook till they lose water.

Cook till the complete water is absorbed .

Now you can either add 1 tbsp of freshly grated coconut or 1 tbsp of roasted chana dal pwdr mix well stir and cook for a minute and off.

VARIATION – You can also add cooked chana dal or tuvar dal.

You can also cook it with meat.

NOTES

In Mumbai we get it by weight and not bunches.

It has a tangy flavour.

You can cook it like any regular leafy vegetable.

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS LEAFY VEGETABLE FROM NET –

Bengali: lunia, bara lunia,nonia saag , Hindi: kulpha, khursa, Gujarati: luni bhaji, Maharashtrian: ghol ,Tamil: pachiri, ‘paruppu keerai’ ,Telugu: gangapaayala, peddapaayala, payala kura, peddapaavila aaku koora, goli kura ,Kannada : doddagoni soppu, dudagorai’ , Urdu: Kulfa ki bhaji , English : Purslane, Garden purslane, Pigweed, Hogweed ,Malayalam: ‘koluppa’

High in omega-3-fatty acids righ. A weed rich in the most wanted nutrient of India .It also has alpha -Tocopherol , Ascorbic acid , beta-carotene and Glutathione. It is more nutritious than spinach .
In addition to its nearly 400mg of omega 3 fatty acids per serving, purslane also offers a variety of other nutrients.
The tender, leafy plant also possesses a number of nutrients including vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, iron, calcium, manganese, magnesium, andThesenutrients make the plant an effective herbal refreshment for health and wellness.
Its high concentrations of omega 3 fats make it an effective treatment for boosting heart health, lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, and controlling symptoms of attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism.
Its nutrient profile also make it an effective treatment for diabetes, asthma, migraines, and osteoporosis.
The herb can even prevent cancer, promote skin health and boost immunity.

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