Thursday, June 28, 2007

Tamarind

Tamarind-pepper, ever heard of 'rasam' in south Indian dishes ? It is considered a food of exceptional value in cleaning mucus. It is used as an effective home remedy for cold in south India. It is prepared by boiling for a few minutes , very dilute tamarind water in a teaspoon of hot ghee and half a teaspoon of block pepper powder. This steaming hot 'rasam' has a flushing effect. As one takes it, the nose starts running and eyes begin to water. This enables the nasal passage to become clear.

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