Organic Adakaputtana gida-Thazuthaama

Adakaputtana gida in Kannada

Thazuthaama in Malayalam

Punarnava Plant in Hindi/Sanskrit

Mukkarattai Keerai in Tamil

Atikamamidi in Telugu

In Ayurveda this plant is known for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Traditionally it is used for the treatment of various hepatic disorders.

The leaves and young stalks of this plants are edible in addition to medicinal properties. It is used as a diuretic as it contains a lot of potassium nitrate. It is also used for fever, dehydration, bile, heart disease and cough

Recipe:

Cut into very small pieces

Coconut - 1 cup grated
Green chillies 5-6
Small onion chopped 1/4 cup
Mustard seeds 1/4 tsp
Turmeric 1/2 tsp
Oil 2 tablespoons
Curry leaves
Salt to taste

Method:

Heat coconut oil in a pan,

Add the mustard seeds and fry till they crackle.

Then add the chopped onions and stir for a minute then add the turmeric powder, green chillies, this leaves and salt.