POPPY SEEDS HALWA

Poppy seeds contain good amounts of minerals like calcium, potassium, magnesium and iron. These Poppy seeds are rich in dietary fibre and essential fatty acids, which play a key role in maintaining overall health.

In terms of the nutritional value, c100 grams of the seed contain 18 grams of protein, 28 grams of carbohydrates, 20 grams of dietary fiber and 3 grams of sugar. The seeds, when consumed in a healthy proportion daily regulate and maintain the complete health of the body.

Poppy seeds are known to provide myriad health benefits. Here are some of them.

Fights insomnia
Bone Strength
Improves Digestion
Efficient Cure of Mouth Ulcers
Regulation of Blood Pressure
Great for the eyes
Helps in treating Kidney Stones
Good for Thyroid
Diabetes Treatment
Natural Analgesic
Helps in Dandruff treatment
Improved Heart’s Functions
Improves Immunity
Prevents Respiratory Problems
Improved Nervous System
Treats Skin Allergies
Heals Inflammations Quickly
Improvement of Fertility

Health Benefits of Poppy Seed Halva

Ingredients:

Poppy seeds-----------------------1 cup
Milk-------------------------------2 cups
Powdered milk--------------------1/2 cup
Whole dried milk------------------1/2 cup
Coconut powder------------------1 cup
Sugar------------------------------2 cups
Clarified butter--------------------1 cup
Cardamom powder---------------1 tea spoon
Almonds--------------------------10
Raisin----------------------------- 2 table spoon
Coconut water--------------------1/2 cup

Method:

Soak poppy seeds in 1 cup water overnight and then drain the water. .
Blend milk and coconut water.
Heat clarified butter in a wok and add poppy seeds .cook till seeds change colour.
Add coconut mixture and cook till thick.
Add whole dried milk,sugar and coconut powder in a wok cook some more.
Take poppy seeds halva off the flame and then mix in cardamom powder ,almonds and raisins
Dish out halwa in a serving dish; let it cool and serve.