Ajwain halwa

It is a common sight in India to see mothers and grandmothers handing out ajwain seeds to family members who have an upset stomach. Health benefits of ajwain seed includes its ability to treat indigestion and related disorders, reduce flatulence, act as antibacterial, antiseptic, treat cholera, prevent kidney disorders, aid weight loss, reduce pimples and acne. These benefits can be attributed to biochemicals and Thymol essential oil present in Ajwain. Ajwain is also known as Indian Carom seeds or seeds of Bishop’s weed.

Due to its great anti-inflammatory and curative properties, ajwain is great for pregnant and lactating mothers. It helps to improve digestion, ward off constipation due to pregnancy and strengthens the muscles that make up the floor of the uterus. After pregnancy ajwain is known to heal the woman’s body internally, reduce inflammation and helps maintain good circulation. But it is important that mothers-to-be do not eat too much of this seed. The seed is known to increase the heat causing pitta levels in the body and can cause problems with the pregnancy.

Ingredients:

Ghee    - 2 tbsps

Wheat flour      - ½ cup

Jaggery             - ½ cup

Ajwain powdered         - 1 tbsp

Badam powdered         - 1 tbsp

Coconut flakes - 1 tbsp

Water   - 1/3 cup

Method:

Heat ghee in a thick bottomed pan. 

Add the wheat flour and stir till it turns light brown.

 Add the jaggery and stir.

 As it liquefies, add the badam powder and coconut flakes and mix well. Now add the ajwain powder, stir and add the water.

Mix and make it into a ball and remove from fire. Even a munakka broken to small pieces can be added along with the badam powder.