Mango jelly/Aam Papad
Aam Papad/Mango jelly
Hi friends, here is a recipe of traditional tangy Indian dessert made of mango pulp mixed with concentrated sugar and dried under sun. Mango Papad / jelly is healthy and very easy to prepare at home. Homemade Aam Papad/Mango jelly is simply delicious. one of the most tasty & delicious mouthwatering mango papad that we ate many times in our childhood can now be made at home hygienically and enjoyed .
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time : 20-25 minutes
Drying time: Two days in strong sunlight/ or three days indoors
Course: Indian dessert
Ingredients:
- Mangoes – 2 big(500 grams)
- Sugar – 100 gms
- 1/4 tsp salt
Method:
Step 1.
Wash, peel and cut mangoes into cubes.
Step 2.
Take the cubes in a blender ,add sugar and blend in to a fine paste without water .
Step 3.
Put the pulp of mangoes and sugar in a sauce pan then place it on the high flame to boil. After it comes to boil, reduce heat to low flame. Cook for 20 -25 minutes stirring constantly.
Step 4.
Take a non stick tray or grease a plate with Ghee, pour the cooked mango pulp in the plate and spread it into a thin layer lightly in the greased tray.
Step 5.
Now keep the tray covered with a thin muslin cloth out in the sun to dry for two days. In the strong sun light when it is very hot then the Mango Papad will be dried and ready in two days.
OR
We can keep the plate in the room under the fan .This way Mango Papad also but takes longer to dry.
Step 6.
Remove the dried Mango Papad with a knife from the sides of the plate. It will come out completely. Once the Mango Papad / jelly has dried completely take it out with a knife on a plate. Cut this Mango Papad /jelly in to desired shapes and sizes. These pieces of cut Mango Papad/ jelly can be placed together one over the other in layers.
Note
If the Mango Papad / jelly is slightly wet then it will stick to the plate, in this happens then keep the Mango Papad /jelly to dry for some more time.
Possible health benefits of mangoes:
Mangoes have been named the most widely consumed fruit in the world.
Consuming fruits and vegetables of all kinds has long been associated with a reduced risk of many lifestyle-related health conditions.
Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of plant foods like mangoes decreases the risk of obesity and overall mortality, diabetes, heart disease and promotes a healthy complexion and hair, increased energy, overall lower weight.
Age-related macular degeneration
The antioxidant zeaxanthin, found in mangoes, filters out harmful blue light rays and is thought to play a protective role in eye health and possibly ward off damage from macular degeneration.3
A higher intake of all fruits (3 or more servings per day) has also been shown to decrease risk of and progression of age-related macular degeneration.
Asthma prevention
The risks for developing asthma are lower in people who consume a high amount of certain nutrients. One of these nutrients is beta-carotene, found in mangoes, papaya, apricots, broccoli, cantaloupe, pumpkin and carrots.
Cancer
Diets rich in beta-carotene may also play a protective role against prostate cancer, according to a study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health’s Department of Nutrition5 and has been shown to have an inverse association with the development of colon cancer in the Japanese population.4
In a study conducted by Texas AgriLife Research food scientists who tested mango polyphenol extracts in vitro on colon, breast, lung, leukemia and prostate cancers, mangoes were shown to have some impact on all cancers tested but were most effective with breast and colon cancers. The researchers are hoping to do a small clinical trial with individuals who have increased inflammation in their intestines with a higher risk for cancer for further proof for the efficacy of using mangoes in cancer prevention or treatment.7
Bone health
Low intakes of vitamin K have been associated with a higher risk for bone fracture. Adequate vitamin K consumption can be achieved by eating a proper intake of fruits and vegetables, and is important for improving calcium absorption essential for optimal bone health.6
Diabetes
Studies have shown that type 1 diabetics who consume high-fiber diets have lower blood glucose levels and type 2 diabetics may have improved blood sugar, lipids and insulin levels. One cup of mango provides about 3 grams of fiber.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends 21-25 grams of fiber per day for women and 30-38 grams for men.
Digestion
Mangoes, because of their fiber and water content, help to prevent constipation and promote regularity and a healthy digestive tract.
Heart disease
The fiber, potassium and vitamin content in mangoes all help to ward off heart disease. An increase in potassium intake along with a decrease in sodium intake is the most important dietary change that a person can make to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease.
Skin and Hair
Mangoes also great for your hair because they contain vitamin A, a nutrient required for sebum production that keeps hair moisturized. Vitamin A is also necessary for the growth of all bodily tissues, including skin and hair.
Adequate intake of vitamin C, which 1-cup of mango per day can provide, is needed for the building and maintenance of collagen, which provides structure to skin and hair.
Ref. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/275921.php
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