Description
- Desserts and Sweets: Garnish - Charoli seeds are often used as a garnish in Indian desserts like kheer, halwa, and payasam.
- Savory Dishes: Curries and Gravies - Charoli seeds are sometimes added to rich curries and gravies to enhance flavor and texture.
- Baking: They can be used in baking for a nutty flavor, similar to almonds or cashews.
- Snacks: Roasted charoli seeds can be consumed as a healthy snack.s are used.
Priyal or chronji is herb used in Ayurveda, Unani and Siddha medicine forms. Chironji has been used since thousands of years in Unani and Ayurvedic system of medicine because of its amazing medicinal and curative properties. Charoli, also known as Chironji, is the seed of the Buchanania lanzan tree, which is native to India. These seeds are small, almond-flavored, and often used in Indian cuisine, particularly in desserts and sweets. They have a slightly nutty taste and are commonly used as a garnish in various dishes, such as kheer and halwa. Charoli seeds are also used in traditional medicine for their supposed health benefits, including improving digestion and boosting immunity. Preparation: Soak 1/2 cup charoli seeds in water for 2 hours. Drain and set aside. Wash and soak 1/2 cup basmati rice for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside. Cooking the Kheer: Heat 1 tablespoon ghee in a pan. Saut the soaked charoli seeds until golden brown. Set aside. In the same pan, add the soaked rice and 1 liter milk. Bring to a boil, then simmer until the rice is cooked and the milk thickens, stirring occasionally. Add 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder. Cook for 5 more minutes. Stir in the sauted charoli seeds and a pinch of saffron strands (if using). Serving: Garnish with chopped nuts. Serve the kheer warm or chilled.