Ingredients
- 200 g elephant yam
- 1.5 tsp panchphoron
- 1 tbsp dry ginger powder
- 100 g sugar
- 2 tbsp mustard oil
- 1 lemon Juice
- 25 g raisins
- 1 tsp tamarind paste
Suran chutney is a delicious and interesting dish that will surprise your taste buds. Suran is commonly known as the elephant foot yam; it is a member of the Aracae family and is native to South East Asia, Asia, Africa, and the tropical Pacific Islands. Not only is this dish tasty, but the elephant yam also has many health benefits. Even before became a part of mainstream cooking, it was used for medicinal purposes. This recipe tastes great with rice or roti, and the combination makes a great meal for lunch! Make sure you pack the meal in an insulated lunch box so you can enjoy it warm later.
Health Benefits
Elephant foot yam is an amazing source of protein, making it great for building muscle and recovering from muscle fatigue. This vegetable also helps lower LDL (bad) cholesterol, which is notorious for causing cardiovascular diseases. Elephant foot yams have also been proven to help prevent asthma, bronchitis, and other respiratory ailments.
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How to Make Suran Chutney
Trivia An elephant foot yam can weigh up to 30 lbs. |
