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Showing posts with label balanced diet. Show all posts

Thursday, May 25

Rajma Masala Recipe without Onion and Garlic: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Dish"

 

Here's a recipe for Rajma Masala (Red Kidney Beans) without onion and garlic:

(Rich in

Calories: 230-250 Protein: 12-15 grams Fat: 8-10 grams Carbohydrates: 30-35 grams Fiber: 8-10 grams Sodium: 400-500 milligrams Potassium: 700-800 milligrams Iron: 3-4 milligrams Calcium: 80-100 milligrams Vitamin C: 10-15 milligrams Please note that the nutritional content may vary depending on the specific ingredients and quantities used in the recipe.)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup dried Rajma (red kidney beans)
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 medium tomatoes, pureed
  • 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
  • Water for cooking


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Instructions:

  1. Wash the Rajma thoroughly and soak them in water overnight or for at least 6-8 hours. Drain the soaked Rajma and set aside.

  2. Heat oil in a pressure cooker or a deep pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

  3. Add the finely chopped green chilies and grated ginger. Sautรฉ for a minute until they release their aroma.

  4. Lower the heat and add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook the spices for about 30 seconds, stirring continuously.

  5. Add the pureed tomatoes to the spice mixture. Cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes are cooked and the oil starts to separate from the masala.

  6. Add the soaked and drained Rajma to the cooker or pot. Stir well to coat the Rajma with the tomato and spice mixture.

  7. Pour enough water to cover the Rajma by about an inch. Stir again, cover the pressure cooker, and cook on medium heat for about 4-5 whistles or until the Rajma is tender. If using a pot, cover it and simmer on low heat for about 1.5-2 hours until the Rajma is cooked through and soft.

  8. Once the Rajma is cooked, remove from heat and let the pressure release naturally from the cooker. If using a pot, simply turn off the heat.

  9. Open the pressure cooker or pot and garnish the Rajma Masala with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

  10. Serve the Rajma Masala hot with steamed rice or roti (Indian bread). You can also garnish it with a dollop of yogurt, if desired.

Enjoy your flavorful and aromatic Rajma Masala without onion and garlic!

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Sunday, May 21

"Turmeric Infused Scrambled Tofu with Sautรฉed Spinach"


 

Here's a recipe for scrambled tofu with spinach without using onion and garlic:

Ingredients:

  • 1 block of firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 cups of fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 teaspoon of turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, sliced avocado, or nutritional yeast

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Instructions:

  1. Start by draining the tofu. Wrap the block of tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, and place a heavy object (like a cutting board) on top to press out the excess water. Let it sit for about 15 minutes.

  2. Once the tofu is drained, crumble it into small pieces using your hands or a fork.

  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

  4. Add the crumbled tofu to the pan. Stir in the turmeric and cumin, evenly coating the tofu. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the tofu starts to turn slightly golden.

  5. Add the fresh spinach leaves to the pan and gently toss them with the tofu mixture. Allow the spinach to wilt and cook down for 2-3 minutes.

  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.

  7. Once the spinach is wilted and cooked, remove the pan from heat.

  8. Serve the scrambled tofu with spinach on toast, in a wrap, or on its own. You can also add optional toppings like chopped tomatoes, sliced avocado, or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for added flavor.

Enjoy your delicious garlic- and onion-free scrambled tofu with spinach!

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Thursday, May 11

The typical US vegetarian diet supplies high amounts...๐Ÿ˜ง ๐Ÿ˜ง ๐Ÿ˜ง

The run of the mill US veggie lover diet can supply high measures of a few helpful supplements. It's critical to take note of that while an even veggie lover diet can offer numerous medical advantages, individual supplement needs can shift, and it's fundamental to guarantee satisfactory admission of explicit supplements, like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 unsaturated fats, which might require consideration and possible supplementation in a vegan diet. Talking with a medical services proficient or enrolled dietitian can assist with guaranteeing that dietary requirements are being met.

Here are a few supplements that are generally found in higher amounts in a veggie lover diet:

Fiber: Vegan eats less carbs, especially those wealthy in organic products, vegetables, entire grains, vegetables, and nuts, will generally be high in fiber. Fiber helps with processing, advances satiety, and supports solid defecations.

Nutrients and Minerals: A very much arranged veggie lover diet can give adequate measures of nutrients and minerals, including L-ascorbic acid, vitamin A, vitamin E, folate, potassium, and magnesium, which are bountiful in organic products, vegetables, entire grains, and vegetables.

Cell reinforcements: Natural products, vegetables, and plant-based food varieties are for the most part plentiful in cancer prevention agents, like nutrients C and E, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals. Cancer prevention agents assist with safeguarding the body against cell harm brought about by free extremists.

Phytochemicals: Plant-based consumes less calories give a wide cluster of phytochemicals, which are normal mixtures found in plants that have potential medical advantages. These incorporate flavonoids, carotenoids, and resveratrol, among others.

Solid Fats: Vegan eats less, particularly those that integrate nuts, seeds, and plant-based oils, can supply sound fats like monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, including omega-3 unsaturated fats. These fats support heart well-being and assist with lessening the gamble of persistent illnesses.

Plant-based Proteins: In spite of the fact that veggie lover counts calories avoid meat, they can in any case give adequate protein through sources like vegetables, tofu, tempeh, seitan, quinoa, and other plant-based protein choices. These protein sources can assist with addressing the body's requirements for development, fix, and generally well-being.


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Thursday, May 4

"Exploring South India's Vegetarian Delights๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ˜‹: A Journey Through Eight States and Union Territories๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ : A Vegetarian Balanced Diet Chart ๐Ÿ“Š with Traditional Dishes"



Want to taste South Indian Flavor???๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜  8 Days Treat

Here are a few vegetarian balanced diet charts that include dishes from different regions of South India:๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ˜‹


Day 1:  Andaman and Nicobar Islands:

·         Breakfast: Appam with coconut chutney and vegetable stew

·         Mid-morning snack: Banana chips or roasted peanuts

·         Lunch: Vegetable biryani with raita and cucumber salad

·         Evening snack: Masala vada with ginger tea

·         Dinner: Tomato rice with mixed vegetable sambar and papad

·         Before bed: Warm milk with turmeric

Day 2:  Andhra Pradesh:

·         Breakfast: Idli with coconut chutney and sambar

·         Mid-morning snack: Masala peanuts or murukku

·         Lunch: Tomato dal with steamed rice, carrot poriyal, and curd

·         Evening snack: pakora with mint chutney

·         Dinner: Eggplant curry with tamarind rice and cucumber raita

·         Before bed: A glass of buttermilk


Day 3:  Karnataka:

·         Breakfast: Masala dosa with coconut chutney and sambar

·         Mid-morning snack: Bonda or chivda

·         Lunch: Lemon rice with beetroot poriyal and curd

·         Evening snack: Mysore pak with filter coffee

·         Dinner: Vegetable pulao with mixed vegetable raita and papad

·         Before bed: A glass of warm milk with a pinch of turmeric

Day 4:  Kerala

·         Breakfast: Appam with vegetable stew and black coffee

·         Mid-morning snack: Banana chips or roasted cashews

·         Lunch: Avial with steamed rice, beetroot thoran, and curd

·         Evening snack: Uzhunnu vada with coconut chutney

·         Dinner: Potato stew with Kerala parotta and cucumber salad

·         Before bed: A glass of warm milk with cardamom powder

Day 5:  Lakshadweep:

·         Breakfast: Puttu with kadala curry and black coffee

·         Mid-morning snack: Fried banana or roasted cashews

·         Lunch: Sambar with rice, beans thoran, and curd

·         Evening snack: Unnakai with ginger tea

·         Dinner: Vegetable curry with neer dosa and cucumber raita

·         Before bed: A glass of warm milk with a pinch of nutmeg

Day 6:  Puducherry:

·         Breakfast: Pongal with coconut chutney and sambar

·         Mid-morning snack: Mixture or murukku

·         Lunch: Tomato rasam with rice, potato fry, and curd

·         Evening snack: Vadai with mint chutney

·         Dinner: Vegetable biryani with raita and papad

·         Before bed: A glass of warm milk with honey

Day 7:  Tamil Nadu:

·         Breakfast: Idli with coconut chutney and sambar

·         Mid-morning snack: Murukku or mixture

·         Lunch: Puliogare with potato fry and curd

·         Evening snack: Bhajji with ginger tea

·         Dinner: Paruppu rasam with rice, poriyal, and appalam

·         Before bed: A glass of warm milk with turmeric

Day 8:  Telangana:

·         Breakfast: Upma with coconut chutney and sambar

·         Mid-morning snack: Garelu or chivda

·         Lunch: Tomato dal with steamed rice, carrot poriyal, and curd 

·         Evening snack: Mirchi bajji with mint chutney

·         Dinner: Gutti vankaya kura with bagara rice and mixed vegetable raita
      Before bed: A glass of buttermilk