Freshness of Devbhoomi: can enjoy Uttarakhand’s traditional juices
Top 5 Organic Juices You Must Try from Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand is not only famous for its traditional cuisine, but the herbal fruits grown here are also famous for their health benefits. The juice of the natural fruits grown here using organic fertilizers without any chemicals or adulteration is not only tasty but also extremely beneficial for health. Today we will tell you about 5 such famous organic juices of Uttarakhand that offer both taste and health benefits.
1. Malta (Sweet Lime) Juice माल्टा जूस
Malta is an organic juice from Uttarakhand. It is a sweet and sour fruit that ripens in the winter season (November and December). This fruit is grown in the hilly areas of Uttarakhand and found in areas like Rudraprayag, Pauri, and Chamoli.
Method of making: Fresh Malta is peeled, and the fruit pieces are put into a juicer, and after adding sugar as per taste and some water, it is stirred in the juicer.
Benefit: This juice contains nutrients like vitamin C, fiber, iron, phosphorus, and potassium, which are beneficial for the skin and help in detoxifying the body.
2. Buransh (Rhododendron) Juice बुरांश जूस
Buransh is a flower that grows in the sloping areas of Uttarakhand. Its juice is slightly sour and sweet, which is similar to that of rose flowers. Rhododendron flowers bloom from March to April. It is the state tree of Uttarakhand.
Method of making: Fresh petals of Buransh are boiled in hot water for 10 minutes till the color of the water turns red. Then the red water is filtered so that the red essence remains. Now, according to the taste, sugar is added to this water for 2-3 minutes. After this, it is filled in a bottle.
Benefit: Buransh juice detoxifies the liver and is also beneficial for heart health. Apart from this, it also cools the body. It also cools the body. It contains vitamin A, minerals, antioxidants, and vitamin E.
3. Hisalu (Wild Berry) Juice हिसालू जूस
Hisalu is a fruit grown in the forests of Uttarakhand. This fruit is available in the months of summer (May-June). It is sweet in taste, but fully ripe Hisalu gives a very sweet taste. Hisalu is also called Himalayan raspberry.
Method of making: Wash fresh Hisalu with clean water, then put them in the mixer and blend it well. Now you can add sugar and a little lemon juice to it as per taste. After this, serve it chilled.
Benefit: Hisalu juice works like ayurvedic properties in the body; it is full of many beneficial elements for health, it is beneficial for digestion, it is beneficial for bones and joints, and it is good for the health of eyes.
4. Bedu (Wild Fig) Juice बेडू जूस
Bedu is an organic fruit found in the Himalayan regions of Uttarakhand. Its juice is made organically. This fruit is related to figs. Bedu fruit comes between April and June. Ripe Bedu is slightly sweet and somewhat like figs. Its scientific name is Ficus palmata.
Method of making: Wash the ripe bedu well and blend its pulp well with water in a mixer. After this, this mixture is filtered well and served after adding black salt, lemon juice, and honey or jaggery to it.
Benefit: Bedu juice controls blood pressure, removes iron and anemia, and acts as an energy booster in the body. It is also rich in antioxidants.
5. Kafal (Bayberry) Juice काफल जूस
Kafal is the state fruit of Uttarakhand, which is also one of the popular fruits of the entire Uttarakhand. This fruit, which grows in summer (April-June), is slightly sour-sweet in taste and is very juicy.
There is a famous folk song in Uttarakhand – “काफल पाको, मैल नी चाख्यो” (काफल पक गया है, पर मैंने चखा नहीं) – this is a famous song.
Method of making: Wash and clean the Kafal thoroughly. After this, grind it well in a mixer so that its juice separates. Now filter this mixture and mix black salt, lemon juice, and jaggery well in it. After this, add ice to it and serve.
Benefit: Kafal juice is not only tasty, but it is also very beneficial for the body. It is rich in vitamin C, helps in blood purification, and works as an anti-inflammatory medicine.
