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Cook up perfect Holi snacks for guests
New Delhi: After a splash of colours, mischief and some dancing, guests make a beeline for food at every Holi party. Plan convenient snacking options, which are cooked right and presented in a colourful way.
Hot and tasty snacks paired with thandaai, jaljeera, masala chaach or traditional masala chai will turn out to be a treat during the fun and frolic on Holi.
Here are some do’s and don’ts of serving the perfect Holi snacks, as suggested by Chef Tushar from McCain Foods Kitchen:
* Cook them right: If oil is hot enough and the food is not immersed in the oil for too long, oil penetration will be confined only to the outer surface. The correct frying temperature in most cases it lies between 175-190 degree centigrade. Overheating should be avoided.
* Don’t overfill the pan: Leave space around the food, it helps in even cooking from all sides. Also, if you add too much food at once, the oil temperature will drop and the food will absorb fat.
* Serve them light: Snacks are not a full meal. They are essentially appetizers which are created to enhance your hunger and not to fill you up. Chili Garlic Potato Bites, Masala fries and Veggie Nuggets are some foods that can be served.
* A colorful platter: The appetizers should look appetizing and luscious. Go for neon-rimmed tooth picks and tiny colourful spoons to make the snacks look more interesting.
* Keep your snacks bite-sized: Keeping the snacks bite-sized so that they can be easily picked up from the plates, both with hand or toothpicks.
* Timing matters: Snacks should be prepared as close to the serving time as possible to ensure the desired freshness and crispiness, otherwise they might get soggy.
* Use frozen foods rightly: The products should be used straight from the freezer if thawing is not required. Return the unused product back to the freezer at the earliest.
ily foods, spicy dishes, fried fares… Done it all and regretting it? If you’re suffering from acid reflux, you probably know what to eat and what to avoid. But is there anything to relieve you from such digestive issues? Well, there are certain drinks for acidity to improve your digestive health, if you consume them regularly.
Ready to find out? Let’s go!
In an Instagram video, nutritionist and health coach Neha Ranglani has suggested that to calm your acid reflux, you need to help your food get digested well. This can be done by improving your stomach acid production and healing your stomach cells. And these drinks that she has suggested, can help with just that, allowing you to digest your food well without the burn.
Here are 6 drinks for acidity:
1. Cucumber juice
Cucumber is a favourite salad ingredient in summer because of its cooling properties. Consuming cucumber juice can be really beneficial for relievingacid reflux because it is highly nutritious as it provides your body with both fibre and water which is needed for better digestion and has a low calorie volume. What’s more? It can also keep you full and help you avoid reaching out to junk foods!
2. Lemon water
Lemon can do you a world of good! Being rich in vitamin C and B and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium—drinking lemon water regularly will not only help you burn fat but will resolve your digestive issues such as acidity. Moreover, lemon water contains laxative properties that can help improve your bowel movements and clear toxins from the body, keeping you hydrated.
3. Ginger water
Ginger aka adrak, is a very well known ingredient that has been used for ages to help relieve acidity and gas. Also, if you are facing digestive issues due to overeating or undigested food, consuming ginger water can help in emptying your stomach. You can also consume it by adding it to soups, subzi or curry, and even tea. Remember that you’re not allowed to consume ginger in excess amounts.
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