Nutrition

Flavorsome soya chunks dry masala

• Soya chunks with rice

Soya chunks are also sometimes known as meal maker or nutri nuggets. Like TVP (textured vegetable protein), they are made from defatted soy flour, a byproduct after extracting soybean oil.

Hence, they are a great source of plant based protein, where a 50g serving provides more than 25g of protein and only about 170 calories. Their texture closely resembles that of meat, making them the perfect substitute for animal protein.

Preparation:

Soak soya chunks in hot water for around 10 minutes to rehydrate them. Make sure that sufficient hot water is used to fully cover them as they will expand upon soaking.
Once your they have softened, drain and rinse with cold water. Using your hands, gentle squeeze out excess moisture.
Place rehydrated chunks into a bowl and add in chili powder, garam masala and salt. Toss until everything is well incorporated. Set aside.
Heat up a tablespoon or so of neutral oil in a non-stick pan or cast-iron skillet. Once pan is heated, add in onion and saute for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Next, add in garlic and saute for another minute.
Now, add in tomato puree, water, garam masala, chili powder and coriander powder. Bring mixture to a boil, then lower heat to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer, covered for about 10 minutes.
Lastly, toss in rehydrated chunks into the pan and stir to combine. Let it cook for several minutes, or until mixture appears dry. Your soya chunks masala is ready to be served!
Rice – This soya chunks masala is best paired with rice. You can simply do some basic steamed brown or white rice.

Source: https://www.myplantifulcooking.com/

Nutrition

Benefits of Dawada

Dawadawa has a lot of nutritional benefits

The African Locust bean, commonly referred to as “Dawadawa” by Ghanaians is a local seasoning used in soups and stews. It is rich in diverse nutrients and has great health benefits to Africans who consume it.

-Good vision

Due to the natural ingredients and nutrients found in the African locust bean, it makes it therefore one of the best treatments of bad vision and eye issues such as Myopia, Cataract and even minus eyes.

-It can treat stroke

Stroke is caused when the blood supply to the brain is suddenly obstructed by any substance which is fatal and dangerous to the health of individuals.

Research shows that consuming a good amount of African locust beans will definitely help you against such sickness.

-Reduces cholesterol

Cholesterol can cause blockage within the blood vessels thereby reducing the flow of blood to the heart which will definitely lead to heart issues. Eating locust beans can help your body burn the amount of cholesterol found in our bodies.

-Treat Diarrhoea

Due to the amount of tannin found in the African locust beans, it can cure diarrhoea, which is a gastrointestinal disorder with the symptoms of frequent watery bowel movements. Consuming African locust beans will help relieve you of diarrhoea

-Treat hypertension

Hypertension also referred to as high blood pressure is a long-term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently increasing above the normal level. Therefore consuming a good amount of African Locust beans will help people with hypertension.

-Helps control blood sugar level

The human body requires sugar to produce enough energy but it should be stable otherwise if unstable, it will cause diabetes. Therefore consuming African locust beans will help you control blood sugar level.

-Improve digestion

Eating a good amount of African locust beans can improve digestion. Good digestion will give you a healthy body as the excretion process in the body will be facilitated which will prevent constipation.

-Healthy weight

Underweight is not healthy and vice-versa. It is not easy to have normal weight or for the underweight to gain weight. Eating African locust bean will help you gain weight in a natural way.

-Heal Wounds

As mentioned above it can be used to treat ulcer wounds internally as well as external wounds. The leaves when pounded can be applied on wounds and the beans can be put on the wound to heal the wounds.

-Reduce Fever

Consuming a good amount of African locust beans can reduce fever. It was traditionally used to reduce high fever which is still practiced in some rural African communities and also send away evil spirits because of its unpleasant smell.

African locust beans is one of the best gift of God to Africans but sadly, only a few see this, it consist of many vital nutrients which are cherished by the body. Therefore regular consumption of healthy African locust beans will give you good health

Source: https://gh.opera.news