There’s no doubt that lentils are clearly a mainstay of most meals across the country, but even though they are an essential part of our Indian diet, they are still a little underrated. Many people are not aware of the benefits they provide to our health. Pulses are high in fiber and protein, and also provide satiety while keeping you full for longer. To enjoy them to the fullest and get the most out of them by following these 5 simple steps.
5 ways to get even more out of lentils:
1. Unpolished Lentils: whereas Lentils Being a great source of protein (especially for vegetarians), it is always best to opt for unpolished lentils as they are in nature. It helps in maintaining its goodness and health. Pulses that have been artificially polished with water, oil or leather may be tried to avoid.
2. Reliable Brands for Quality: Always choose pulses that are from a trusted brand to ensure that they are endowed with a good source of protein, have virtually no fat, and are moderate in calories, while being extremely high on nutrition.
3. Eat Variety: We live in a country where a Plenty of Lentils to Choose fromEach with its own set of health benefits and nutrients, so eating them in turn makes perfect sense.
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Pulses are a great source of protein, fiber and other nutrients.
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4. Versatile Use: Use them to cook new dishes with them to keep them from getting bored. Pulses are extremely versatile and can be used to make everything from snacks to stews, pilafs and salads. Try the Bengali dalpuri and dal bhate, ghugni (black gram or dried yellow/white peas cooked in gravy) and sattu from Bihar, the delicious gate ki sabzi and dal panchmali from Rajasthan, and the curry and sour sweet lentils (tur) from Gujarat . You can even come up with your own delectable recipes. Lentil soup is a simple and delicious way to Add more pulses to your diet,
5. Once a day: Make lentils your main ingredient, eating them at least once, if not twice, a day, as they were once eaten all over the country. Yet, like many other healthy eating habits, it is being phased out. It’s time to bring it back to life.
About the Author: Kavita Devgan is nutrition consultant at Tata Sampan
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