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February 20, 2017Curry Leaves
Curry Leave is a tropical to a sub-tropical tree in the family Rutaceae, which is native to India and Sri Lanka. The Curry Leaves has widely cultivated across the India, and Sri Lanka. The Other Major producers of Curry Leaves are Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, China, Australia, and Nigeria.
Description:
Curry Leaves are highly aromatic and have a strong flavor that has been compared to citrus, anise, and lemongrass, widely used in the Indian and Sri Lankan Cooking. The Curry leaves are dark green in color, spear-shaped leaf, and smell like curry. They are available fresh, frozen, and dried; the fresh are more flavorful.
Storage:
Curry Leaves can be stored in an airtight bag or container, and then they will keep for about two weeks in the refrigerator. They may also be frozen for up to three months, without losing their fragrance.
Uses:
The Curry Leaves are important ingredients in many curry dishes, especially in India, Thailand, and other Asian Countries. They are used as bay leaves in cooking, although the leaves are edible after cooked and do not need to be removed from dishes before eating. They are used to add flavor to rice dishes, lentils, curries, yogurt, bread, Stew, and Soups.
Health Benefits:
There are many Health’s Benefits mentioned below,
- Cure Diarrhea
- Protect Gastrointestinal Problem
- Anti-Oxidant Properties
- Anti-Diabetic Properties
- Prevent Cancer
- Maintain Cholesterol Levels
- Boost Liver Function
- Improve Heart health
- Treat Hair Problem
- Improve Skin
- Improve Eyesight
Nutritional Value of Curry Leaves:
Nutritional Value of Curry Leaves contain per 100gms is mentioned below:
Energy 325 kcal
Carbohydrates 58.1 g
Fiber 33.2 g
Fat 13.8 g
Protein 12.7 g
Vitamins
Vitamin A 986 IU
Vitamin C 11.4 mg
Vitamin E 22 mg
Vitamin K 99.8 mcg
Thiamin 0.3 mg
Riboflavin 0.3 mg
Niacin 3.5 mg
Vitamin B6 1.2 mg
Folate 154 mcg
Choline 64.2 mg
Betaine 28.8 mg
Minerals
Calcium 478 mg
Iron 29.6 mg
Magnesium 254 mg
Manganese 4.3 mg
Phosphorus 349 mg
Potassium 1543 mg
Sodium 52 mg
Zinc 4.1 mg
Copper 0.8 mg
Selenium 17.1 mcg
Properties:
Shape: Pear-shaped
Size: 2-4cm
Color: Darkish Green
Taste: Citrusy and Pungent
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