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Dehradun trade fair: Fairs are held in Dehradun, but in this trade fair, not only from India, artisans and traders from different countries have also arrived with their special items. Foreign handicrafts are adding to the grandeur of the fair. The food court is also being liked a lot in this fair which runs till 25th December. This time people are flocking to the trade fair to buy mountain dry fruits of Afghanistan.
Dehradun. These days, the popularity of mountain dry fruits from Afghanistan is visible in Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand. A royal confluence of taste and health is being seen in the India Global Trade Fair organized at Bannu Maidan in the capital. With the onset of winter, dry fruits are available in the markets of Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, but this time people have flocked to the trade fair to buy the mountain dry fruits of Afghanistan. This time they are getting to eat dry fruits from Afghanistan. Afghan businessman Rahman says that these dry fruits, famous all over the world for their purity and unmatched taste, are not only excellent in taste but are also no less than a ‘superfood’ for maintaining fitness in the harsh winter. Among Afghan dry fruits, Gurbandi almonds, pistachios and macadamia nuts are in demand.
Natural detox
Rehman explains that Gurbandi is a small grain of almond, but it has great benefits. Gurbandi almond is the most special among the dry fruits of Afghanistan. It is also called ‘small almond’, but its medicinal properties make it different from other almonds. Its size may be small and its taste slightly bitter, which reflects the high amount of natural oils present in it. It contains abundant amount of Omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin-E, which helps in maintaining skin moisture in winter and sharpening memory. Similarly, they also have macadamia nuts and Afghani pistachios which are known for their dark green color and sweet fragrance. The craze of macadamia nuts has also increased rapidly among fitness freaks. Macadamia nuts are grown in the mountains of Afghanistan. According to experts, macadamia nuts contain ‘monounsaturated fats’, which are helpful in controlling cholesterol levels. They also have Afghan apricots and figs, which are powerhouses of natural detox fiber.
saffron tea
Rahman tells that in his Afghanistan, tea is made from saffron fibers and it is used as an immunity booster especially in winter. It is called saffron tea. Its special thing is that nothing like sugar, tea leaves etc. is used in it, instead saffron is used. You can also add a little honey in it for taste. Rahman says that the soil and climate of Afghanistan give a special ‘Ardi flavor’ (scent of soil) to these dry fruits. Due to being dried without any adulteration and in a natural way, they also have a long shelf life. Afghani dry fruits are the best way to increase immunity in winter. The antioxidants present in them protect against cold and cough.
