Moth beans are high in fibre, zinc, builds muscle and aids in weight loss. The legume contains Vitamin B which helps in the proper functioning of human body. Doctors suggest the heart patients to include moth beans in their diet for controlling cholesterol levels and blood pressure.

Methods

1. In a saute pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the cardamom, cinnamon, clove and bay leaf and fry till they sizzle. Mix in the turmeric powder.
2. Add Dad’s Savory Tomato Curry. Add 1/2 cup of water to the jar and shake it up. Pour the water into the pan. Add the cooked kidney beans and simmer until flavors meld, 5 minutes. Add the amchoor powder, optional jaggery and salt to taste.
3. Serve over rice or with roti or naan with yogurt and achaar for heat! Garnish with  chopped cilantro and sliced onions.

Being intrinsically rich in flavonoids, magnesium and potassium, cowpea regulates normal functioning of the cardiac muscles and lowers the inflammatory markers. While the abundance of dietary fibre and protein helps to diminish bad cholesterol (LDL) levels, triglycerides and control blood pressure.

Chana dal is rich in B-complex vitamins that play an important role in glucose metabolism and are vital for your body to remain active and energetic. It is also essential for the heart as it is rich in antioxidants and reduces inflammation keeping the organ healthy.