ABOUT
Amchur Powder, which is also referred as Dried Mango Powder, is one of the Indian fruity spices powder that is made from dried unripe green mangoes. Loaded with antioxidants, amchur powder also contains many essential vitamins and micronutrients. In fact, the use of amchur is widely studied in Indian ayurvedic practice. Amchur powder has several uses in the culinary world. It is used to add more flavour to curries, chutneys, soups and marinades. The dried slices add more taste to the dishes. Fish and chicken dishes are also enhanced with the help of amchur powder. It has tenderising qualities, similar to lime and lemon juice.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS (100 G OF EDIBLE PORTION)
| Energy (kcal) | Carbohydrate (g) | Protein (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 17.6 | 0.5 | 0.3 |
HEALTH BENEFITS
- High in Iron – Amchur has high iron content which is beneficial for pregnant women and those suffering from anaemia.
- Reduces acidity, improves digestion and enhances bowel movements
- Benefits cardiovascular health as act as a deterrent to heart failures.
- Detoxification – Mangoes are a rich source of Vitamin A, C, D, B6 and beta carotenes that help in ridding the body of toxins, in detoxifying the body and in treating anaemia.
- Controls blood pressure and diabetes as it keeps a low glycemic index and keep the fat levels controlled. Potassium present in amchur ensures that blood levels are regulated.
- Improves vision and delaying the onset of age-related problems with vision like cataract.
- Boosts metabolism as it has antioxidant properties.
- Scurvy which caused due to deficiency of Vitamin C can be treated by intake of amchur powder.
Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
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Calories
36 Kcal
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Carbohydrates
9 gm
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Protein
0 gm
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Fibre
2 gm
Things to Watch out For
As such there are hardly any risks associated with Aamchur powder. However, there have been some extremely rare cases of people having allergies to Aamchur powder. Also people who have any adverse reactions to mangoes may also want to avoid consuming amchur powder. One common reaction to excessive consumption of amchur is a sore throat or cough as it is quite tangy.
How to use Amchur powder
Amchoor powder is added to curries like chickpea curry, lentils etc, stir-fried for adding sourness to the dish.
Use amchur spice to sprinkle over deep-fried dishes such as pakoras or patties as a seasoning.
Amchoor powder is a good substitute for lemon juice, vinegar or any ingredient that has a sour taste.
Add a little sprinkle of dried mango powder to chips, fries, peanuts or dry snacks
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