Amla Chyawanprash - For A Desi Immunity Punch

Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal Planning Analyst)
It is time to skip the jars on supermarket shelves and make your very own homemade Chyawanprash! Try this powerful immunity booster that can be consumed by your entire family. Yes, it requires some patience, but the result is worth the effort!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Immunity booster
Cuisine Indian
Servings 400 gms
Calories 45 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 cups of amla or Indian gooseberry
  • 1 cup organic jaggery
  • 5 to 6 tbsp A2 ghee
  • Ground spice mixture
  • 6-8 green cardamom or elaichi
  • 1 tbsp whole black pepper
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1- inch Sri Lankan rolled cinnamon stick
  • 1-2 tbsp fennel seeds or saunf
  • 1 tsp cloves
  • 5-6 strands of saffron or kesar
  • 2 tsp dry ginger powder

Instructions
 

  • Wash amlas or Indian gooseberries and pat them dry.
  • Pressure cook amla for 2 whistles.
  • Once done, you will be able to easily remove the pits.
  • Place the pulp in a blender and make a smooth purée. Add 1 tbsp of water to ease grinding.
  • In a pan, add some ghee and the amla purée.
  • Keep sautéing for 10 minutes until the ghee begins to separate.
  • Add jaggery powder to the amla purée.
  • Keep sautéing until you achieve a thick, sticky, and messy mass.

On the side:

  • Take the ingredients of the spice mixture, and blend them finely.
  • Add the ground spice mixture to the pan and mix well.
  • Add the amla mixture ready as above now and let it cook for another 5 minutes till everything is well combined.
  • Let it cool down, and transfer it to an airtight jar.

Recipe tips

  • Eat a spoonful daily to build immunity and stay away from illness.
  • Children can take it with 1 tbsp of milk too.
  • The amla jaggery mixture can be used as a jam or spread on rotis or parathas.
  • It can be stored for 4 months in airtight containers.
  • Consume 1 to 2 tsp of Chyawanprash with warm water either in the morning on an empty stomach or 2 hours post meals.

Notes

  • Amla, the prime ingredient of chyawanprash, works as a natural cleanser for the body, especially your blood, liver, spleen, and lungs.
  • A powerful carminative, chyawanprash promotes healthy movement of gasses, regular elimination of waste, and boosts metabolism.
  • Also known as the winter tonic, it helps promote lung power by nourishing the mucous membrane to combat infections and helps keep the respiratory passage clean and clear.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 11.2gProtein: 0.2gFat: 1.3g
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Amla Candy Pellets – Desi Digestive Crunchies

Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal Planning Analyst)
Say bye-bye to store-bought sugary candies laden with preservatives and make these delicious amla candies at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting time 2 days
Total Time 2 days 10 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4
Calories 128.4 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Coat amla with jaggery, cumin powder, and rock salt.
  • Keep this mixture aside for 2 days.
  • You will notice that the amla lets out some water.
  • Sieve this water but don’t discard it. You can use it for other cooking preparations.
  • After removing the water, sundry the amla for 2 to 3 days.
  • Avoid drying it completely. Ensure there is a little leftover moisture.
  • Once done, just sprinkle jaggery and store them in airtight containers.

Power tip

  • If the sour taste of amla is a dealbreaker for you, this candy version can be the perfect fix.

Variations

  • To experiment with a savory version, blend roasted cumin/jeera, bishop's weed/ ajwain, and pepper finely, and sprinkle this powder on your amla.

Notes

  • Amla in ancient India was known as the elixir for life for its immense immunity-boosting properties and high concentration of Vitamin C.
  • Amla is also rich in antioxidants like Vitamin E and beta-carotene, which help fight free radicals responsible for increased inflammation and premature aging.
  • Amla candy can be relished by kids and kept handy while traveling.
  • Know 20+ benefits of adding amla to your lifestyle here.
Disclaimer: Please keep your healthcare provider in the loop before introducing any new food item into your lifestyle, especially if you have a medical health condition or are on medications. In case you are allergic to certain foods, please avoid them.

Nutrition

Calories: 128.4kcalCarbohydrates: 42.1gProtein: 0.55gFat: 0.15g
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