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Mango Recipes

Mango Salsa...

In GLASS bowl

4 large ripe mangos cubed
1/2 cup ripe tomato chopped
1/2 cup Maui Onion chopped
1/2 cup cilantro diced

Mix together,, chill 1 hour...good enough to eat directly from bowl,Read more

Crispy Piyala Chaat

Ingredients:

Chickpeas ½ kg (soaked overnight)
Red lentils ½ kg
Turmeric powder 1tsp
Potatoes(diced) 2
Salt to taste
Oil for frying
Roll strips for serving
Ingredients for green chutney:
Fresh coriander ½ bunch
Mint ½ bunch
Green chillies 6
Tamarind pulp ½ cup
Sugar 2 tbsp
Salt to taste
Ingredients for garnishing:
Onions (chopped) ½ cup
Tomatoes ½ cup
Fresh coriander (chopped) ½ cup
Yogurt(beaten) 1 cup
Chaat masala as required Read more

Perfect Choclate lava cake

• Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
• Yield: 4 Servings 

15 15 30 Ingredients

• 4 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, cubed
• 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 1-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
• 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Whipped cream, optional
• Additional confectioners' sugar, optional

Directions

• Grease the bottom and sides of four 6-oz. ramekins; sprinkle each with 1 teaspoon sugar. Place ramekins on a baking sheet; set aside.
• In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Whisk in the eggs, egg yolks, instant coffee and vanilla. Stir in flour and salt; spoon batter into prepared ramekins.
• Bake at 400° for about 12 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160° and cake sides are set and centers are soft.
• Remove ramekins to a wire rack to cool for 5 minutes. Carefully run a small knife around cakes to loosen. Invert warm cakes onto serving plates. Lift ramekins off cakes. Serve warm with whipped cream or sprinkle with additional confectioners' sugar if desired. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 each (calculated without optional ingredients) equals 583 calories, 37 g fat (21 g saturated fat), 268 mg cholesterol, 496 mg sodium, 60 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 8 g protein. Moer recipies

Chinese Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 1) 2 tbsp Dry sherry 2) 4 Green (spring) onions, chopped 3) 1 Piece of root ginger, shredded 4) 500gm Chicken, cut into 1 inch strips 5) 2 Celery sticks, sliced 6) 125gm Button mushrooms, quartered 7) 1 Green pepper, cored, seeded and sliced 8) 2 tbsp Light soy sauce 9) Shredded rind of 2 lemons 10) A few Lemon slices, for garnish 11) 2 tbsp Oil, for stir-frying

Method: 1. Put the sherry, spring onions and ginger in a bowl. 2. Add chicken and toss well to coat. Leave to marinate in the bowl for 15 minutes. 3. Heat the oil in a wok or frying pan. 4. Add celery, mushrooms and the green pepper. Stir-fry for one minute. 5. Add the chicken and marinade and cook for 3 minutes. 6. Stir in the soy sauce and lemon rind. Cook for one minute. 7. Garnish with lemon slices and serve hot. 8. Chinese Lemon Chicken is ready.More reciies

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Health Benefits of "Mint"

Health Benefits of Mint

Health Benefits of "Mint"

1) Cancer: Current researches show that certain enzymes present in mint may help cure cancer. Act as a powerful Antioxidant, protecting the body against the formation of cancerous cells. 

2) Mint is a very good Cleanser for the Blood.

3) Cold & Flu : Relieves the symptoms of colds and flu. The strong aroma of mint is very effective in opening up congestion of nose, throat, bronchi and lungs. As it cools and soothes throat, nose and other respiratory channels, it gives relief in cough too. Many balms are based on this property of mint. Unlike other inhalers which are based on aerosols, those based on mint are more effective and eco-friendly too. Mint can help with Nasal Allergies.

4) Asthma: Regular use of mint is very beneficial for asthma patients, as it is a good relaxant and gives relief in congestion. But, over dosage may irritate as well. Ease and unblock the breathing and respiratory passages and airways.

5) Digestion: Mint is a good appetizer and promotes digestion, due to its typical aroma. It also soothes stomach in cases of indigestion, inflammation etc. This aroma of mint activates the saliva glands in our mouth as well as glands which secrete digestive enzymes, thereby facilitating digestion. Thus it is extensively used in culinary. Relieve symptoms of indigestion, heartburn and irritable bowel syndrome by relaxing the muscles in and around the intestine.

6) Headache & Pain : Balms based on mint or simply mint oil, when rubbed on forehead and nose, gives quick relief in headache. Relieve minor aches and pains such as muscle cramps and sprains. 

7) Oral Care: This is a well known property of mint. Being a germicidal and breathe freshener, it takes care of oral health by inhibiting harmful bacterial growth inside mouth and by cleaning tongue and teeth. Combat bad breath.

8) Skin Care : Mint tea can help clear up skin disorders such as acne.Provides a cooling sensation to the skin and can help to treat minor burns, itching and skin irritations.While mint oil is a good Anti-Septic and Anti-Pruritic, mint juice is an excellent skin cleanser. It soothes skin, cures infections, itching etc., and is also good for pimples. Its anti pruritic properties can be used for treating bites of insects like mosquitoes, honey-bees, hornets, wasps, gnats etc.