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Healthy Pahadi Food: Fanu or Phadu of Mandve is a special and healthy dish in the hilly areas of Uttarakhand. It is made from ragi and is extremely beneficial for bones, teeth and digestion. Light and easy to digest, this dish gives energy for a long time. Served hot with bhang chutney or light dal, Mandve’s Fanu is a perfect combination of taste and nutrition.
Pithoragarh: In the hills of Uttarakhand, a special fragrance spreads in every house when traditional food is cooked on the stove. One such special and healthy dish is Mandve’s Fanu or Faadu. It is not just food but also the identity of simplicity and tradition of mountain life.
Mandwa, also known as Ragi, is a very nutritious grain that grows in the mountains. It contains calcium, iron, fiber and protein in abundance. Mandve’s Fanu looks simple but is very special in taste and nutrition. This dish is light and easy to digest. Eating this provides energy for a long time.
Ingredients for making Mandve ka Fanu
To make Mandve ka Fanu, you need some ingredients. It includes 1 cup of Mandva flour (Ragi flour), 2 cups of water, salt as per taste, 1-2 spoons of ghee and bhang chutney or light dal for serving.
Method of making Mandve Fanu
First of all, dissolve the Mandwa flour thoroughly in water so that no lumps remain. After this, cook it on low flame while stirring continuously. It is important to stir it continuously so that the mixture does not curdle and become thick. When the mixture becomes thick and has the consistency of phadu, add salt as per taste and some ghee in it. Hot Fadu is ready. Serve it with bhang chutney, ghee or light dal. This dish is prepared quickly and is light but tasty.
Health Benefits of Mandve Ka Fanu
Mandve’s Fanu is very beneficial for health. It strengthens bones and teeth because it is rich in calcium. It gives energy to the body for a long time, hence hill people definitely eat it after hard work. Being rich in fiber, it keeps digestion healthy. Iron and other nutrients strengthen the body’s immunity. Mandve’s Fadu is not only delicious but it also gives strength and nutrition to the body.
