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(573) Garmar Pickle

Coleus roots

Forskolin is the main active natural compound found in the root of Coleus forskohlii (Garmar). It helps by increasing fat breakdown,
Improving blood circulation, Relaxing bronchial tubes (helps breathing) and  supporting metabolism.

Ingredients

  • 250 g. Garmar
  • 4 tsp. Salt.
  • 4 Lemons.
  • 1 tsp. Turmeric powder.

Method

  1. Buy fresh Coleus roots in the month of  April.
  2. Separate each finger like root from the bunch.
  3. Wash thoroughly to remove mud from the roots.
  4. Peel each root and keep them in water so that the peeled root doesn’t turn brown due to oxidation.
  5. When all the roots are peeled, change the water. Now cut them into small pieces.
  6. When cutting is over , drain all the water and transfer the garmar roots on the kitchen towel to drain excess water.
  7. Transfer cut roots in a mixing bowl and marinate them with salt, turmeric powder and lemon juice.
  8. Mix well and keep aside for 2-3 days. Every day stir thoroughly 2-3 times in a day.
  9. After 3 days store in a sterile glass jar.
  10. Keep the jar in the refrigerator. Either serve as it is with rice and rice items or use as  one of the ingredients  of mix pickle.
Garmar- Coleus roots
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