Cholesterol-Reducing Drink Recipe

Creating a drink using curry leaves, shallots, and curd can be a natural way to help manage and reduce cholesterol levels. Each of these ingredients offers specific benefits that can contribute to heart health and cholesterol management. Here’s a simple recipe and explanation of how this drink can be beneficial:

Ingredients:

• Fresh Curry Leaves: 10-15 leaves
• Shallots: 2-3 small shallots
• Curd (Yogurt): 1 cup (preferably low-fat or fat-free)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • Wash the curry leaves thoroughly.
   • Peel the shallots and chop them into small pieces.

2. Blend:

   • Add the curry leaves and chopped shallots to a blender.
   • Pour in the curd and blend the mixture until smooth.

3. Strain (Optional):

   • If you prefer a smoother drink, you can strain the mixture to remove any fibrous bits.

4. Serve:

   • Pour the drink into a glass. You can add a pinch of black salt or a few drops of lemon juice for extra flavor if desired.
   • Drink this mixture in the morning on an empty stomach or before meals for the best results.

Benefits for Cholesterol Reduction:

• Curry Leaves:

  • Contain compounds like Mahanimbine that help in reducing LDL (bad cholesterol) levels and increasing HDL (good cholesterol). They also help prevent the oxidation of cholesterol, which is crucial in preventing plaque formation in the arteries.

• Shallots:

  • Rich in flavonoids and sulfur compounds, shallots can help reduce overall cholesterol levels, particularly by lowering LDL cholesterol. The fiber in shallots also aids in the excretion of cholesterol from the body.

• Curd (Yogurt):

  • When consumed in its low-fat form, curd can be beneficial for cholesterol management. The probiotics in curd help in maintaining gut health, which indirectly supports cholesterol metabolism. Additionally, curd provides calcium, which may help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.

How It Works:

This drink leverages the cholesterol-lowering properties of each ingredient. Curry leaves and shallots help reduce bad cholesterol and prevent its oxidation, while curd supports the balance of gut flora, contributing to overall metabolic health. Together, these ingredients create a synergistic effect that can support heart health when consumed regularly.

Additional Tips:

• Lifestyle: For best results, combine this drink with a healthy diet low in saturated fats and regular physical activity.
• Consistency: Drink this mixture daily for a few weeks to see noticeable effects.

Remember to consult with a healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are on medication for cholesterol.

CHICKEN SAUSAGE DRY FRY MASALA

Here is a recipe using Chicken  Sausage . You will definitely love this chicken sausage fry  Curry. You can try this recipe with any sausage – chicken, beef, turkey, vegan sausage and so on. I have used  chicken sausage for this recipe. Go ahead and try this Indian chicken sausage fry Masala. 

INGREDIENTS:-

Chicken Sausages – 6 pieces

Sliced Onion – 2 medium

Chopped Tomato– 1 medium

Green chilly - 2 no

Garlic Paste – 11/2 tsp

Ginger Paste – 1 1/2 tsp

Chilly Powder – 1 tsp 

kashmiri chilly powder - 1 tsp

Coriander Powder – 1 tsp

Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp

Meat  Masala Powder – 1 tbsp 

Pepper Powder – 1/2 tsp

Water – 1/2 cup

Curry Leaves – one sprig

Lemon juice - 1 tsp

Oil – 3 tbsp

Salt – As required

METHOD OF FRY :-

Wash sausage do cut to small pieces. 

Prepare the masala by mixing the 1/2 tsp red chili powder, 1/2 tsp Kashmiri chilly powder , pepper powder, turmeric powder, salt, and lemon juice. The masala should have a thick consistency, and evenly coat  sausage Marinate for 30 minutes keep inside fridge.

Heat oil in frying pan, and add curry leaves. It helps to enhance the flavour while frying the sausage. Place the sausage carefully and dry fry (use less oil) in medium flame. Allow it to fry until it becomes nicely charred and brown, and then flip to cook the other side.

PREPARATION METHOD:-

Heat oil in a pan and add sliced onions and saute till translucent.

Add 1 tsp ginger paste, 1 tsp garlic paste and curry leaves and saute for a few minutes.

Add tomatoes along with salt and stir till the tomatoes are mashed well.

Now add 1 tsp chilly powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1 tbsp meat masala powder and stir for a few minutes till the oil separates from the masala.

 Add 1/2 cup water and mix well to form a gravy.

Add the fried chicken sausage slices and mix well. Sprinkle some pepper powder. Cover and cook for around 7-8 minutes so that the gravy is coated on the chicken sausages. Ready to tasty and yummy chicken sausage fry curry. 

Serve with rice and chappathy and porotta.

CHEERA PARIPPU MULAKU KACHIYATH/ SPINACH AND DAL MULAKU KACHIYATH

 Ingredients:-

1. Toor Dal/Thuvara Parippu - 1 cup
2. Red Cheera/ Red Spinach _ 1 bunch, washed and chopped
3. Coconut Oil - 1/2Teaspoon
4. Water - As Required
5. Salt - To Taste
6. Coconut Oil - 2 Teaspoon
7. Shallots - 6-8 no
8. Garlic - 3 Small Cloves
9. Curry Leaves - 1 Sprig
10. Crushed Chilly Flakes - 3/4 Teaspoon

Method

1. Pressure cook toor dal and red spinach adding required water and 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil. Cook for 1 whistle switch off stove. Open the lid after 10 minutes. Add salt and and half cup of hot water. If curry is very thick. 

2. Heat coconut oil in a small kadai. Fry shallots and garlic until golden colour. Add curry leaves and crushed chilly . Stir for a few seconds and pour over the curry. Switch off the stove. Serve with rice. 

 

AVOCADO JUICE RECIPE

 This easy avocado juice recipe makes the best rich, creamy, and simply delicious milkshake that is perfect to enjoy and time of day. Filled with healthy nutrients, avocados are terrific to customize as either vegetarian.

About this Recipe:-

Avocado is a delicious and versatile fruit that also happens to be incredibly healthy. This buttery fruit is full of good for you monounsaturated fats, but with zero cholesterol.

Plus, they are an excellent vegan source of potassium, vitamin K, vitamin B6, vitamin C and vitamin E.

Avocados are perfect for using to make creamy and filling milkshakes as their flesh tends to be rich and buttery.

With just a few additional ingredients you can create satisfying and absolutely scrumptious drink that's great to enjoy nearly any time of day

Make one for breakfast to kick off your day with a nutritious boost, or for a hearty afternoon snack. You can even enjoy avocado shake for a sweet and healthier dessert.

Tips for working with Avocado

Make sure that your avocado is completely ripe before using. Unripe avocados tend to have a bitter taste.

You need to cut the avocado in two parts by slicing fully around the pit.

Don't cut it length wise. The avocado should be sliced from top of the stem to bottom.

After cutting, gently twist and pull apart the two pieces of avocado in opposite directions. Carefully remove the big seed with a spoon.

How to Make Avocado Juice:-

A tasty, healthy, and terrifically refreshing avocado juice only takes a few minutes to make at home. Follow these simple steps to whip up batch for breakfast or afternoon snack.

1. First, set out a high speed blender. Slice and scoop the avocado flesh into the blender base. Add 1 cup of milk and half cup of water.

2. Add 4 Teaspoons sugar or jaggery. 

3. Add 1 piece of ginger

4. Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice

5. Blend on medium speed for a minute or two, until completely blended. If you prefer a flowing thin consistency, add more milk or water. 

6. Pour the avocado juice in glass and enjoy immediately.

MULAKU CHUTTARACHA COCONUT CHAMMANTHI/ROASTED DRY CHILLY AND COCONUT CHAMMANTHI

 Dry chilly roasted and coconut chammanthi is an Kerala chammanthi recipe. This coconut chammanthi is an ideal combination of a Matta rice and Matta Rice kanji/Porridge. This chammanthi reminds me my childhood days. My mother prepared this chammanthi to eat with rice, kanji, and chutta pappadam.

INGREDIENTS:-

Coconut Grated - 1 cup

Red Chillies - 6

Shallots - 4 pieces

Onion - Half (sliced)

Ginger - Small Pieces

Tamarind - One Small Piece

Curry Leaves - 1 sprig

Salt To Taste

INSTRUCTIONS:-

Turn on the stove and keep red chillies directly on the flame to dry roast the chillies using a kitchen tong. Dry roast each red chillies. Make sure that it should not be burned. Adjust the amount of spice to your liking.

Chop ginger, shallots, onion and dry roasted red chillies into small pieces.

Add dry roasted red chillies, ginger, shallots, onion, tamarind, curry leaves and grated coconut into a mixer.

Grind the ingredients in the mixer without water. You should not grind the ingredients at once. Open the mixer jar's lid and mix the iingredients witha spoon for every 5 seconds. Grind untill the desired texture of the chammanthi.

Serve with rice/kanji.

Chammathi for cherupayar kanji and matta rice

Thank you.

CHERUPAYAR AND RICE KANJI /GREEN GRAM AND RICE GRUEL

 Cherupayar Kanji is a healthly food from kerala. This is the most gruel among the middle class especially the working lot. Green Gram Gruel loads them with sufficient energy needed to carry out their daily working chores. The best part of cherupayar kanji is that it is easily digestible. It is also serves as the best soothing food especially when you are sick. The kanji provides sufficient protein and energy and essential for your body and by the time you fully recover your body will not show any sign of ill health or weakness. I love green gran gruel for lunch too and i accompany it with a spicy coconut chammanthy which nis my favorite for all occasions.  I am sure you will try out the dish and do not forget to send me feedback.

Cherupayar Kanji is a blessing for working peoples who arrive late and they are concerned for their family about what to prepare.   Cherupayar Kanji is wholesome and healthy rich vital nutrients required for body. You can reduce the spiciness in the kanji, you should check the watery consistency and do accordingly. some prefer a mild water consistency.  You can explore a well detailed Cherupayar Kanji recipe here that can be prepared at home. 

INGREDIENTS:-

•  Cup Cherupayar (Green Gram)
•  1 Cup Rice
• 3 Teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
• 1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 1 no. coconut (Medium size)
• 4-5 nos Red Chilli
• 5 Nos Shallots ( Cleaned and cut preferably vertically)
• 2 Teaspoon Ghee (optional)
• As required Salt

INSTRUCTIONS:-

1. Soak cherupayar for about 15 minutes
2. Soak rice and fenugreek seeds also for about 15 minutes.
3. Grate coconut and keep it separately.
4. Transfer soaked cherupayar, rice and fenugreek seeds into a pressure cooker or cooking vessel. Add about 4-5 cups of water along with red chillies, shallot pieces and cumin seeds and cook properly in medium flame. 

After some time , open the cover of cooker/ cooking vessel, add grated coconut, Ghee and required quantity of salt and stir well. Cherupayar Kanji is ready. 

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PARIPPU VADA/DAL VADA AND BLACK TEA

 Parippu vada or Dal vada is a spicy ,crunchy and yummy snacks. A perfect snack for a kerala. It is one of the most favorite dishes of all kerala food lovers. Parippu vada and Black Tea is the famous combination in kerala peoples.

INGREDIENTS:-

Chana Dal or Toor Dal - 1 cup

Ginger - 1 inch pieces

Dry Chillies - 3 nos

Onion - 1 no

Curry Leaves - 1 Sprig

Salt - To Taste

SunFlower Oil - 1 Cup

INSTRUCTIONS:-

1. Soak dal in water for 2 hours and drain it

2. Chop ginger, dry red chillies, Onions and Curry Leaves finely

3. Grind dal to a coarse paste without adding water, Do make sure not grind to a smooth paste.

4. Add chopped ingredients and salt to the grounded dal and mix well.

5. Wet your hands and make 8 equal size balls with the mixture. Make the balls as a round shape by pressing it with your palm.

6. Pour enough oil into a deep bottom pan and heat it. When the oils is hot reduce the flame to medium and deep fry the vada by turning both sides till golden brown colour.

7. Serve parippu vada with Black Tea and a cup of tea.

Notes:-

1. Make sure that the oils is hot enough while frying the parippu vada. Otherwise it will break and spread on the oil.

2. Mix both chana dal and toor dal can also be used,

3. Onion and dry chillies can be replaced by shallots and green chillies.