Monday 1 August 2016

MELON SEEDS - BENEFITS AND CULINARY USES


Melon Seeds are viewed as being a powerhouse of various nutrients, featuring essential fatty acids that are believed to be important for maintaining a healthy heart. 

· These seeds are said to help in supporting both the immune and cardiovascular systems. They are believed to help in regulating healthy blood- fat levels and provide vital nutrients that are thought to be essential for promoting wound healing. 


· The properties featured in melon seeds are believed to help sustain healthy skin, nails and nerves. 


· Melon Seeds contain high amounts of antioxidants and are viewed as an excellent source of Folic acid, calcium, magnesium, zinc and protein. 


· They also reportedly feature Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Iron, Calcium, Omega- 3 fatty acids and unsaturated oils. The calcium featured is believed to be necessary for maintaining strong healthy bones and teeth, and is considered to help in combating osteoporosis.


Culinary uses

· The seeds are used for preparing delicious sweets and snacks. 


· They can be added to traditional halwas and fruit fudges for enhancing the flavors. 


· The melon seeds can also be used as mouth fresheners when it is mixed with nuts and spices. 


· A paste of melon seeds are added to spicy meat dishes to thicken its consistency. 


· The hard flesh of the melon fruit is not wasted either and is used to season flour for making exotic breads. White melon seeds are fried and then used in making various types of cakes.


· Another innovative usage for melon seeds is in cereals and fruit puddings.

- This can also be used for making korma and  add in cashew based gravy dishes instead of cashews and badams.

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