We contacted health practitioner, nutritionist and certified macrobiotic health coach Shilpa Arora to understand the difference between dry and fresh ginger and which one is better for health. Let’s take you through.

Fresh Ginger Vs Dry Ginger: What Is The Difference?

What Are The Benefits Of Fresh Ginger?

Fresh ginger is basically the ginger roots easily available in the market. You use it as ginger paste in curries, grate it while brewing tea and more. It has a rich aroma and pungent taste that adds a unique texture to the food and drink you add it to.

According to Shilpa Arora, “Fresh ginger contains an active compound gingerol and has more water content that helps the body detox and function well. Fresh ginger helps promote digestion, prevent nausea and boost immunity against common cold and flu”.

What Are The Benefits Of Dry Ginger?

Dry ginger, also called saunth, is made by drying the fresh roots of ginger, which is then blended into fine powder, for our use. You will find dry ginger being widely used as garnishing element, in chutney and achar recipes and traditional medicines like churan and kadha.

Shilpa Arora states, “Dry ginger contains concentrated version of the nutrients and help prevent oxidative stress in the body. Saunth contains anti-inflammatory properties that help easy any kind of inflammatory conditions including joint pain and arthritis. Alongside, dry ginger also helps boost digestion and alleviate various respiratory issues.”

Fresh Ginger Vs Dry Ginger: Which One Is Better?

Dry ginger contains concentrated form of the nutrients available in ginger, making it a better option for various health problems. Shilpa Arora weighs in, “While dry ginger is potent in terms of nutrients, fresh ginger roots help add some water content in your food or drink. In fact, fresh ginger has better antioxidant properties. And the essential oil of gingerol makes it a better option when it comes to cold and sore throat.”

To put it simply, both dry and fresh ginger have their unique benefitting properties, which make them equally important for our health and fitness, concludes Shilpa Arora.

Post a commentSo we recommend, use the ingredient wisely to enjoy all the benefits. In fact, the best practice is to consult an expert and understand which of the two ingredients would work better for a particular health problem

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A fisherman in Pakistan’s Karachi city became a millionaire overnight after auctioning a haul of rare fish which has many medicinal properties.

Haji Baloch, who lives in the impoverished Ibrahim Hyderi fishing village, and his workers caught the fish known as golden fish or “Sowa” in the local dialect from the Arabian Sea on Monday.

“The entire catch was sold for some 70 million rupees at the Karachi harbour on Friday morning when fishermen auctioned off their catch,” Mubarak Khan of the Pakistan Fishermen Folk Forum said.

The Sowa fish is considered priceless and rare since substances from its belly are said to have great healing and medicinal properties. A thread-like substance from the fish is also used in surgical procedures.

“One fish fetches around 7 million rupees in the auction,” Baloch said.

The fish, which often weighs between 20 to 40 kgs and can grow up to 1.5 meters, is much sought after in East Asian countries.

More importantly, the Sowa also holds cultural and traditional significance, finding its use in traditional medicines and local cuisine.

“We were fishing in the open sea of Karachi…when we came across this huge cache of golden fish, and it was a windfall for us,” he said.

Haji said he would share the money with his crew of seven people.

The fish comes near the coast only during breeding season.

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(Photo Credit: Instagram/ bunshah)

Lay’s is among the most popular brands of potato chips in the country. Their signature desi flavour – Magic Masala – boasts legions of fans across age groups. The distinctive combination of tanginess and spice of this particular Lay’s flavour is considered nothing less than a classic. One may well understand how this snack has become a sort of comfort food for many. Therefore, any changes in its taste are likely to be far from welcome.Recently, an influencer’s rant against Lay’s ‘new’ version of Magic Masala went viral. Apart from several comments from the general public, it has also prompted two brands to take note of the situation. 

In the Instagram reel by Zervaan J Bunshah (@bunshah), the person can be heard animatedly criticising this version of his beloved snack. He directs his fury towards the company itself, stating, “What have you done to my Magic Masala? The magic is no longer there .. now it is meetha [sweet] masala. This is the worst thing you could have possibly done”. He goes on to express his anger some more – even comparing the new flavour to Gujarati jevu shak (a type of vegetable gravy). He declares, “Normally we creators promote stuff, I’m demoting this”.

The viral video has received 5.7 million views so far. The comment section has exploded with remarks, many of which echo the influencer’s sentiments. Many joined him in tagging the official Instagram handle of Lay’s India to complain and request to bring back the original Magic Masala. A day later, the chip brand responded to him via Instagram DM (Direct Message).

The influencer posted a screengrab of their reply, which reads, “Hello! We understand that India’s Magic Masala has been your favorite, and you want the magic back. This pack was a limited edition and we intend to add more joy to the lives of our consumers. So, don’t worry, we have your back! India’s Magic Masala is coming back”. Take a look at the post below:

In another twist to the tale, popular snacks brand Bingo also responded to the viral rant. Sharing a video directly addressed to the influencer, the brand offered to send him a special token of appreciation to satisfy his spice cravings. In the reel, a person can be heard saying, “Dear Mr Bunshah, we came across your Instagram reel video. In that reel video, you were angry because your masala chips were sweet and not spicy! It was really heartbreaking for all of us at Bingo. Therefore, as a token of love, we have packed a truck full of Bingo Hashtags Spicy Masala! Just for you! We promise that each and every chip is spicy and not sweet. Just DM us your address and this truck full of spicy masala chips will be at your doorstep”. 

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Kashmir cuisine various delicious recipes to savour

Highlights

• Kashmiri cuisine is vast and has a lot of unique dishes to offer.
• We recently came across a video offering various mithai options.
• The video has gained thousands of views and likes.

Kashmir, famous for its stunning scenery, is also a foodie’s paradise. The cuisine has some unique offerings that you won’t find anywhere else. Think aromatic Kahwa tea, rich Shufta loaded with dry fruits, and the heavenly Phirni! These treats are like a flavour explosion, combining saffron, nuts, and other local goodies to create something special. Now, a food enthusiast, who visited Kashmir recently, has shared a video from a local sweet shop in Srinagar. The vlogger came across a sweet treat that looked like it was drenched in sugar syrup coating and curiously asked the vendor what it was, to which he responded as “busrakha,” also spelled as “basrakh,” and elaborated that it’s made from maida (flour). 
Next, the vendor introduced some other Kashmiri snacks, namely “shangram” and “khajura”, also made from flour. The vendor then showed some pink and white bhujia look-alikes, calling them “murmura,” revealing that they are whipped up from a mix of sugar and carrots.
Moving on, the vlogger showcased an array of goodies available at the store, including peanuts, green peas, kabuli chana, Kashmiri muth, makai, and a tantalising glimpse of shelves filled with tins and tins of these nuts and mixtures. 
Next up, the vendor displayed “white shirni,” a special treat often offered as prasad in temples. He also had a dry fruit mixture, complete with dry coconuts and shirni in his store. The vlogger then gave us a peek at some mouthwatering pethas. With his exploration complete, the vlogger thanked the vendor for his time and left the store.

If you are craving some of these sweetmeats, fret not. You can prepare these Kashmiri delicacies in the comfort of your home.

1. Phirni

A creamy rice pudding flavoured with cardamom and garnished with chopped nuts. It’s a classic Kashmiri dessert..

2. Shufta Kanaguchhi

A rich and nutty sweet made with dry fruits, spices, and ghee. Shufta is often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions.

3. Girda

Small round bread made with wheat flour and yoghurt, typically served with ghee and sugar.

4. Kalaadi

A unique fried cheese snack that’s a favourite among locals.

5. Sheermal

A sweet, saffron-flavoured bread, often served as a breakfast item or dessert.
Oh, and, when in Kashmir, don’t forget to treat your taste buds to these delightful sweets.

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