Bilimbi is also known as cucumber tree. Bilimbi is popular world wide for its sour flavor and also used as a spice in cooking some delicious seasonal dishes .
This fruit has so many health benefits. It is capable enough for eliminating phlegm and reducing heat from the body.
It has anti inflammatory properties . It is advised for treating high blood pressure. The juice extracted from bilimbi fruit is effective in eliminating cough.
Every 100 gram fruit provides 3.4 mg calcium, 11.1 mg phosphorous ,.026 mg riboflavin,0.302 niacin, 0.035 carotene,95 mg moisture,3.5 mg calcium,1.01 mg iron,0.010 mg thiamine and 0.6 mg fiber.
Ingredients:
Tender Bilimbi -1 c
Grated coconut -1/2 c
Green chilly -2
Red chilly -1
Onion - 1
Shallots -2-3
Ginger - 1/2 inch piece, one
Curry leaves -2 stalks
Salt - to taste
Cooking oil - 2 tbsp
Method : Cut the tender bilimbies, leangthwise .
Chop the onion, shallots and ginger.
Slit or cut chillies.
Mix the cut bilimies and rest of the ingredients well.
Cook in a pan, for a few minutes .
Add the cooking oil and remove from fire.
It can be used as a side dish in a meal.