Homemade Amla (Indian Gooseberry) Powder Recipe
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Amla (Indian Gooseberry) Powder
Rajan Jolly
What Is Amla?
Amla, known as Indian gooseberry, is a very potent medicinal plant known for its innumerable health benefits. Its fruit, also called amla, is a superfood loaded with nutrients and is among the richest natural sources of vitamin C.
A wide variety of dishes can be prepared with the fresh fruit, including curries, rice dishes, murabba, jams, pickles, squash beverages and chutneys. The fruit can also be dried and ground into a powder that offers several benefits for the skin and hair. The powder is also used medicinally to relieve certain digestive issues.
Winter is the season that fresh amla arrives in India's markets, and thus it is time to prepare dishes with this fruit, as well as the medicinal powder.
The is what the amla fruit looks like.
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Cook Time (Drying Time)
| Prep time | Cook time | Ready in | Yields |
|---|---|---|---|
20 min | 96 hours | 96 hours 20 min | 50 grams amla powder |
Ingredient
- 500 grams amla (Indian gooseberries), or as needed
Instructions
- Wash the amla well, wipe them dry and then grate them.
- Spread the grated amla in a thin layer on trays or plates.
- Cover the trays with a thin cloth and set them out in the shade to dry. Turn over the grated amla every couple of hours for faster drying.
- When completely dry, grind the amla gratings to a fine powder. Store in an airtight bottle.
Homemade Amla (Indian Gooseberry) Powder Recipe
More About Amla
- Indian Gooseberry: WebMD
Learn more about Indian Gooseberry uses, effectiveness, possible side effects, interactions, and dosage.
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