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Ras Al Hanut Blend of Spices
It is a particularly tasty seasoning often used in Moroccan cuisine, as in Spain is not well known. For its preparation, is used 20 to 40 different spices, but there is an original recipe to prepare, so that explains that there are different varieties of the condiment.
Their diversity brings unique nuances derived from different proportions of their ingredients. Thus, Ras al Hanut is an essential ingredient of many dishes of Moroccan cuisine such as lamb, vegetables and fish, or the best known: the couscous.
Among the most common species are: ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, various types of pepper cloves, cardamom, nutmeg, cinnamon, paprika and cayenne pepper. You can count up to 40 spices from exotic countries.
Some species can reduce the risk of developing certain diseases, so they are considered functional foods and ingredients, while natural, since the health benefits positively affect some functions of the body.
The advantages of its use are varied, as they prevent the formation of gases, even have the property of reducing the risk of cancer, including its potential benefits on the heart, including its anti-inflammatory properties antioxidantesy.
Moreover, the spicy flavor of some varieties of Ras be taken with caution by people with sensitive stomachs or hemorrhoids.
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Why should we eat vegetables?
We always complain about what can be picky children with food … But what about the greatest? We all have bad habits when eating, and certainly many times have you put silly excuses to get rid of legumes.
The truth is that deny them is a big mistake. A diet with a good proportion of vegetables, is low in fat, highly nutritious, rich in fiber and an effective protection against cardiovascular disease and obesity.
Legumes or pulses we provide excellent quality and concentration of nutrients without the saturated fat intake with food of animal origin. So the next time you think an excuse like “I do not like”, “do not know anything” or “I have no time to cook,” think of the great benefits you’re missing out.
All legumes are foods with low glycemic index, ie provide carbohydrates and low in essential fats for the body. They are very good for diabetics or those who care line.
They also have a high amount of fiber and protein, ideal for vegetarians who do not concentrate the proteins that provide us with different meats. All legumes contain 2 or 3 times more iron than meat, but malabsorption, so to improve its absorption should be consumed with vitamin C, which helps.
Last but not least, provide unsaturated fats, ie, health benefits and do not increase bad cholesterol. They are a great source of vegetable fiber both soluble and insoluble, so it helps prevent and treat constipation.
Are you really going to say no when you are offered pulses after reading all the advantages they have?