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YB WEB DESK. Dated: 9/23/2021 6:45:06 AM

FAVORABLE FLAX SEEDS

Dr. Kaviraj Khialani Celebrity Master Chef One of the oldest crops being cultivated ever since we speak of civilization, a food which is plan based by nature which provides helpful fats, antioxidants and fiber.it has also been addressed as a functional food which means that we can have it to boost our health and immunity levels as well. People grew flax as a crop in ancient Egypt and China, in Asia it has had a role to play in Ayurvedic medicine since thousands of years now. Flax seeds are usually brownish in color and are smooth and shiny to look at with a mucilaginous substance in their outer layer which makes them sticky when wet. Today flax seeds are available in the form of seeds, oil, powder, tablets, capsules and flour. Besides having a mild nutty flavor flax seeds are easy to adapt into our day to day recipes including sweet and savory foods. Health Benefits of Flax Seeds: • Flax seeds are high in omega 3 fatty acids, fiber but low in carbs. • Flax seeds is a gluten free ingredient makes it versatile. • Flax seeds promotes and assists in weight loss management. • Flax seeds helps lower cholesterol in our system. • Flax seeds are high in antioxidants. • Flax seeds helps to lower high blood pressure problems. • Flax seeds is good for the health of our skin as well. • Flax seeds is also good for the hair health. • Flax seeds promotes digestive health in our body. Do try out this healthy and tasty recipe using flax seeds Recipe- FLAX SEED TOSSED LEMON RICE Ingredients Basmati rice- 2 cups boiled, cooked. Flax seeds- 3-4 tsp Ghee/oil- 2 tsp Hing-1/4 tsp Curry leaves- 8-10 no Cumin seeds-1/2 tsp Mustard seeds-1/2 tsp Red chilies-1-2 slit Green chilies-1-2 slit Urad dal-2 tsp Salt to taste Turmeric power-1/2 tsp Lime-1 no juice to be added Coriander leaves-2 tbsp. chopped Peanuts- 3-4 tbsp. fried/roasted. Method: 1. Assemble all the ingredients for the flax seed tossed lemon rice. 2. Heat ghee/oil in a kadai and add in the ingredients for tempering from hing to curry leaves, jeera, mustard seeds, urad dal, flax seeds chilies and saute them up to 1 minute. 3. Add in the turmeric and salt along with coriander leaves and peanuts and mix well. Add in the rice and lemon juice and give it a nice toss. 4. Allow the rice to cover and simmer for 6-8 mins and then dish out the rice garnish appropriately and serve hot with a bowl of curd/ salad. __________________________________ __________________ About the Author: Chef Kaviraj Khialani is a Mumbai based foodhealth and lifestyle consultant. Having worked with esteemed brands like Taj group of Hotels, Kuwait Airways to name a few, he comes with over 22 plus years of experience with the food and hospitality industry. Specialised in over 33 international cuisines, Chef Kaviraj is an author, writer, food designer, academician and consultant.