Looking for the best way to consume sabja seeds in a drink or any dish? Do you know that sabja seeds are very beneficial for the body in many ways? Sabja seeds are usually consumed in summer and people like to consume this ingredient because of its health benefits.
In this article, we will discuss the benefits of the sabja seeds and also tell you some easy recipes that you can try at home to make your summer fun and tasty. So let’s get started.
What are Sabja Seeds?
Sabja seeds which are also known as tukmaria or basil seeds are black which looks like chia seeds. These seeds are native to India but you don’t have to confuse between sabja seeds and Tulsi as they both are different.
These seeds are hard and that’s why they cannot be consumed when it’s raw. If you want to taste this seed and enjoy the benefits then you have to soak them in water for at least 10-15 minutes.
What are the health benefits of Sabja seeds?
Sabja seeds are rich in protein and essential fats and also provide necessary fiber and carbs to the body. Along with this nutritive value, sabja seeds are also beneficial in many ways like:
- It has been in the use of ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for a long time which means it has some healing capability too.
- It helps in weight loss as it is full of fiber and contains alpha-linolenic acid.
- Helps in controlling the blood sugar level.
- If you are dealing with constipation or bloating, then sabja seeds will help you detox your body and helps in regulating the smooth bowel system.
- It also has a property to prevent and treat acidity as it helps in neutralizing the acidic effect of HCL.
- You can use the sabja seeds with coconut oil and apply them on your skin to get good skin and also apply them on hair to get all the nourishment of the hair.
- Helps in treating the cough and cold and improves the immune system of the body.
Few sabja seeds recipe
As we discussed above that sabja seeds are rich in nutrients, so many people like to consume them in their meals. Here we will tell you few recipes which you can try.
1. Sabja seed Lemonade
To make the sabja seed lemonade, you just have to soak the sabja seed for 15 minutes. Put some lemon juice, mint leaves, sugar syrup in a jar along with sabja seeds. Add salt and then chilled water. Mix them well and garnish them with mint leaves. Your drink is ready.
2. Sweet spicy lassi with sabja
Soak the sabja for 15 minutes in water and on the other jar, add curd, sugar, spices, and chilled water with ice. Blend them properly and transfer them to a chilled glass. In the end, garnish the lassi with sabja seeds. These drinks are best for the summer season and also refreshing.
