Adzuki beans are excellent for managing normal blood sugar levels, increasing antioxidant intake, increasing muscle mass, improving heart health, and managing healthy weight because of their high protein and fibre content.
The sweetness of fennel makes it an essential ingredient in Indian desserts. It is also believed to help with digestion and is chewed after meals to help with breath freshening.
No Indian cuisine, from curries to chutneys, would be complete without a mustard tempering. To extract the whole flavour, crackle it in hot oil. You may also dry roast and powder it to make a crunchy snack mix.
The Kashmiri chilli is not really from Kashmir. It’s a type of chilli that has been selected for its vibrant colour and mild heat. Use it when you want to give your food colour without making it extremely spicy.