Today I am sharing a health remedy that my mother learnt from my great grand mother. I always used to get it from my mother whenever I used to visit India – but got around to actually learning it during this visit.
Aloe vera and Carom seeds (Gvarpatha ki ajwain) is a very good remedy for gastric issues, upset stomachs, and general digestion – and therefore makes a lot of sense to post on a cooking blog. 🙂Â
INGREDIENTS:-
- Ajwain (Omam/Carom seeds) – 1.5 cup
- Aloevera Pulp – 2 cups
- Black Salt – 2.5 tsp
- Lemon Juice – 1/2 cup
- Asafoetida – 1/2 tsp
- Ginger, grated -2 tsp
- Peepli – 12 (Optional)
PROCEDURE;-
- Wash and peel the Aloe Vera stem and extract the pulp. Blend the pulp in a blender.
- Take a glass jar and pour the aloe vera pulp in it. Add all the ingredients to it and mix well.
- Press the mixture with a spoon, ajwain should be moist and soaked well in the mixture. If the mixture feels dry then add some more aloe vera pulp OR lemon juice into it.
- Cover with a lid and keep aside for 3 days. Keep mixing in every once in a while.
- After 3 days spread the mixture into a plastic or glass tray (do not use a metallic metal jar or tray)
- Let it dry completely by placing in shade. Do not expose to direct sunlight.
- When it has dried completely, store in a glass jar and use when required.
Usage Directions: Take 1/2 tsp of the mixture and chew slowly. You may drink 1/2 cup of warm water afterwards if you don’t find the strong taste of ajwain tolerable.
NOTE-
If you don’t have aloe vera then can make this with only lemon juice.
Be carefull while choosing aloe vera as all  aloe vera varieties are not edible.
NOTE-
If you don’t have aloe vera then can make this with only lemon juice.
Be carefull while choosing aloe vera as all  aloe vera varieties are not edible.
Digestive Aloe vera ki ajwain (carom seeds)
Prep Time10 mins
Total Time10 mins
Servings: 5 cups
My mom used to make it for herself and would have it when she felt bloated. I remembered it from then but did not know the proportions. Since she has been gone for so long, this recipe is very helpful. Thanks.
I am well aware of its medicinal value and that’s why I had been looking for this recipe for long time. My father used to make when I was a boy. I never had a chance to ask when he was around. Recently I saw this at someone’s house. Asked for it but didn’t get it (sad!). Now all good (happy).
Better make it a powder. You can then take it with water or as is. Good to take it after meals and when your stomach feels bloated or heavy or feel just some uneasiness.
That’s one WONDERFUL recipe, looks wonderful
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very healthy 1…n very diff 2…..
Maha
Thats such a great and lovely recipe..I am sure many will benifit a lot from it, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for this recipe. Many old proven remedies are lost as the younger generation miss out on learning these from the older generation.
I remember for my childs delivery, my grandmother made a special rice for me similar to ghee rice, it had some medicinal items along with some garam masala ingredients. It was delicious also. Unfortunately, I never asked my mooma how to make it. She has passed away taking such treasures with her. I regret not asking her the method.
That was a great healthy info shared.
Thanks for sharing 🙂
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Thank U dear for sharing this, very authentic one..
Very different and healthy recipe
very useful. thanks for sharing.
a real healthy recipe……
This is such a wonderful recipe..Thanks for posting it..Bookmarked..
Aarthi
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Very healthy ajwain.
Deepa
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