3 March 2016
General Information About PhalsaPhalsa is called, in various other languages, by the following names:
Filipino - Bariuan-gulod Khymer - Pophilie Lao - nhap Thai - Lai khon, Po tao hai Spanish - Falsa Nepali - Fussi, Phalsa Phalsa or Falsa, is a fruit of the tree Grewia asiatica, which is a native of India and other countries like Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia and Thailand. It has also been naturalised in Australia and the Philippines. It is a small tree that grows to a height of 15 to 20 feet and bears sour sweet tiny reddish purple fruits which resemble blueberries. The tree fruits during the peak summer months of May and June each year. The fruits are easily perishable and its juice can be prepared to last the entire summer. Also, the fruits are eaten as they are with the addition of a little salt and black pepper. The fruit is consumed for its cooling effect in summer as well as for its other health benefits. The entire tree has various other uses as well. Uses Of The Phalsa Tree
Nutrients & Antioxidant Activity Of PhalsaThe following nutrients are present in Phalsa :
Health Benefits Of Phalsa
Read my detailed article on Phalsa (Falsa) Fruit And Its Health Benefits by clicking the blue link.
Recipe For Phalsa SherbetIngredients
1/2 Kg Phalsa fruit 2 Litres Water 2 Tsp Ground cumin seeds 2 Tsp Rock salt 1/4 Kg Jaggery or Sugar Fresh mint leaves for garnishing Method: Soak phalsa in water for 30 minutes. Strain out the fruit. Mash the fruit and remove the seeds. Add ground cumin, rock salt and jaggery to the water. Mix well. Chill, add garnishing and serve. Watch the video below to see how you can easily prepare Phalsa Sherbet at home
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