When the raging pandemic hit us all in the year 2020, we had no idea how to deal with it. With the health experts being confused about the medicines, remedies and prevention of the COVID virus, the pandemic brought us all down to our knees. The only saviours were the numerous homemade remedies or ‘nuskas’ that went viral on TV and social media in no time. From the myriads of medicinal concoctions to magically beneficial everyday ingredients, the people went all-in with the foods that could possibly reduce the symptoms and prevent the virus. It was around this time when most of us came across the time ‘superfoods’. From avocados to numerous nuts and raisins, the number of superfoods that people started including in their daily diets is truly endless. However, there is one superfood treasure box that’s not been hunted yet. And this treasure is full of some magically beneficial Indian fermented foods. As we are again on the verge of the pandemic getting severe, here are some Indian superfoods that you can include in your diet.
1. Dahi
Starting with the most common ingredient in most Indian households, Dahi or curd is naturally fermented cow or buffalo milk. The probiotic bacteria developed by fermentation improve the immune system and lower cholesterol levels. You can either use curd directly or add them to any dish to incorporate it into your daily diet.
2. Enduri Pitha
Ask any Odia about the best thing in winters and you’ll surely get Enduri Pitha as the answer. A dish made with turmeric leaves, Enduri Pitha is delicious and aromatic. The rice and black gram batter is left to ferment overnight and then steamed to perfection after it’s wrapped in fresh turmeric leaves.
3. Gundruk
A traditional Nepali ingredient that is popularly consumed in the Northeastern states of India, Gundruk is a fermented leafy veggies dish. The leaves of various plants are fermented and then consumed in typical Northeastern meals as a side.
4. Dhokla
Surprised? Well, we were too when we found out how nutritious and beneficial the humble Indian breakfast and snack- Dhokla can be. Rice and gram flour are fermented with curd and are steamed to perfection before serving. The dish is devoured with mint and coriander chutney and is beneficial in combating numerous age-related diseases and diabetes too.
So, these are some miraculously beneficia Indian superfoods that you can add to your daily diet for numerous health benefits. Also, don’t forget to try the delicious dishes you can make with these ingredients.
