Flaxseed (Alsi) Powder/Chutney

Flaxseed(Alsi)  Powder/Chutney:

Flaxseed is the new wonder food.These small seeds are a powerhouse of some of the most healthy components like lignans,omega-3 fatty acids and fibre.

Flaxseeds have the power to fight against certain cancers like breast,colon and prostrate. These seeds also protect us against diabetics and cardiovascular diseases.A diet rich in flaxseeds helps reduce inflammation and also control hot flashes in menopausal women.

Today's recipe is a simple and quick flaxseed powder/chutney which you can store upto a week in an air tight glass container. You can have it with rice,idli,dosa or even chapati.

Ingredients:

Flaxseeds-1 small bowl

Cumin seeds-1/2 teaspoon

Red chilli powder-1 teaspoon

Garlic-5-6 cloves

Rock salt-as per taste

Sugar-1/2 teaspoon(optional)

Steps:

-Heat a small heavy bottom pan on medium to low heat and dry roast the flaxseeds,stirring them constantly for 2-3 minutes. As soon as the seeds start to splutter,turn off the gas and allow the flaxseeds to cool.

-Take a mixer jar and add the seeds and all the other ingredients and make a powder .

-Your super healthy flaxseed chutney is ready.enjoy it with rice,dosa,idli or chapati.

-Store it in a airtight container and consume it within a week to get the maximum health benefits from this powder.

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