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BUTTERMILK
Buttermilk Buttermilk is traditionally, a by-product of churning cream. It is the liquid left behind after churning butter out of cultured cream. Hence, buttermilk is non-fat and slightly acidic and sour because the proteins in the milk curdled. Buttermilk is a fermented dairy drink. In traditional Indian household, buttermilk is known as chhaas. Buttermilk has many […]
MAYONNAISE
Mayonnaise Mayonnaise is a thick cold sauce or dressing generally used in sandwiches, hamburgers and salads. Traditionally mayonnaise is considered of as to spread on sandwiches or burgers. It turns out this creamy condiment has more uses and cooking appeal than you may imagine. More often than not, mayonnaise is known as ‘mayo’. Mayonnaise also forms the base ingredient […]
BASMATI RICE REGION
Basmati Rice Region Basmati rice, in India is primarily growing in the Indo-Gangetic region. This rice growing region comprising the seven states Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kathua districts. It also grows in 27 districts of the western Uttar Pradesh. Pakistan is also famous for its growing and exporting long grain basmati rice. Basmati […]
VITAMINS AND MINERALS
Vitamins and Minerals Vitamins and minerals are essential nutrients that you body needs to develop and function normally. The best way to get adequate vitamins and essential minerals is to eat a balanced diet from a variety of foods. Vitamins are organic substances that are made by plants or animals. Whereas minerals are inorganic elements that come from the […]
WHOLE FOODS
Whole Foods Whole food diets focus on fresh, whole food ingredients and to minimise processed foods. The health and wellness community agree they are superior for overall wellness. However, there is no clear definition of a what constitutes a whole food. Basic Principle The basic principles of a whole food diet is to minimise processed […]
NUTRIENTS
Nutrients There are seven important nutrients that the body needs to function. Nutrients are compounds or molecules in foods essential to life and health. These are needed to make energy, grow, develop and reproduce. They are the building blocks to repair and growth necessary to regulate chemical process. The seven nutrients are carbohydrates, fats or […]
CANNED SEAFOOD MARKET
Canned Seafood Market Canned seafood as a leading food in a balanced diet is surely to escalate the global canned seafood market. The canned seafood consumption is growing because it offers the ease of preparing family meals to consume without the challenges of cooking. It also has many health benefits. This trend is promoting the […]
CHICKPEA CHIPS
Chickpea Chips Chickpea chips are gluten free because chickpea flour is naturally gluten free. Chickpea flour is also known as besan or gram flour. This is one food trend you will agree is here to stay; its gluten free eating. Chickpeas are high in fibre, protein and iron. It is also rich in vitamins and […]
JASMINE RICE
Jasmine Rice Jasmine rice is a long grain rice that is native to Thailand. It is named after the sweet-smelling Jasmine flower. It has a delicate floral and buttery scent. Jasmine rice has a soft sticky texture when cooked and widely used Southeast Asian cuisine. Although the grain is long grain variety, it is smaller […]
INDIAN SNACK FOODS
Indian Snack Foods The deliciousness of Indian cuisine is unmatched, and it is worth craving for. Slowly and surely Indian cuisine has made its way to all the prominent cities throughout the world. You may be trying Asian entree like prawn dumplings or following American lifestyle such as deep-dish pizza, the passion for Indian snacks […]
