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Gram greens help in keeping the body warm in cold weather. Iron, calcium, fiber and vitamins are found in abundance in it, which are helpful in removing anemia. It strengthens the digestive system and provides relief from problems like constipation.
Bhojpur: If you want to take care of both taste and health during the winter season, then gram greens are the best option. This is the reason why this greens makes a special place in the plates of farmers and rural areas. This greens prepared from the green gram crop is not only delicious in taste, but also strengthens the body in many ways during the cold season. Let us know how gram saag is made and what are its benefits in winter.
Gram saag is mainly prepared from the soft and green leaves of the gram plant. Only when the gram crop is about one to one and a half months old in the fields, its leaves become suitable for making greens. During this period, the leaves of the plant are green, soft and full of nutrients.
Method of making gram greens
Lalati Singh, a housewife from Ara, told that first of all the green leaves of fresh gram are plucked from the field. After this they are washed thoroughly with clean water, so that the soil and dirt are completely removed. Then these leaves are finely chopped. Mustard oil or desi ghee is heated in a pan or pot. The seasoning of cumin, garlic, ginger and green chilli is added to it. After this, chopped gram greens are added and cooked on low flame. Salt, turmeric and a little red chilli are added as per taste. The greens are cooked until they become completely soft. In some areas, it is also prepared by lightly mashing it, which further enhances its taste. Gram greens taste very tasty with corn bread or rice.
Benefits of eating gram greens
Gram greens help in keeping the body warm in cold weather. Iron, calcium, fiber and vitamins are found in abundance in it, which are helpful in removing anemia. It strengthens the digestive system and provides relief from problems like constipation. Gram greens are also considered beneficial in winter weakness, fatigue and joint pain. Besides, it also helps in preventing cold and cough by increasing immunity.
When is gram greens available?
Gram greens are mainly available between November to February. At this time, the gram crop is lush green in the fields and is most suitable for greens. In rural areas, gram greens become the pride of people’s plates in this season. If you also want a treasure of health along with taste in winter, then definitely include gram greens in your diet. It is not only associated with traditional taste, but is also a native recipe to strengthen the body from within in the cold season.
