Stay well in spring

Spring is the prince of seasons. It is the symbol of colours and rejuvenation, often glorified in prose and poetry, and serves as the muse for many an artist. It is the symbol of life and its resilience. It comes with the message of hope and joy. Nature seems to burst with joy at spring's arrival, the trees and plants adorned with leaves anew, with buds blossoming into blooms. The skies are a happy blue, inviting to the soul. The cool and refreshing south west wind begins to blow…

Changing seasons call for a change in food habit. It is necessary to modify our food habits according to season. If we follow our diet as per the season then we will be fit and will not fall sick. In spring those foods include a wide array of veggies and fruits that will make you feel nourished while also gently cleansing and resetting your digestive and immune systems. Enjoy these few delicious spring foods.

NEEM BEGUN

(NEEM LEAVES WITH BRINJAL)

I am sharing with you a very nutritious recipe made with Neem leaves and brinjal. It is a typical Bengali recipe and very popular in Bengal. This dish has a bitter taste, is quick and easy to prepare, and requires few ingredients. This dish is perfect for spring and summer.

Ingredients

¼ cup newly grown neem leaves

2 brinjals, cut into small cubes

1 tbsp chopped onion

¼ tsp turmeric powder

2 green chillies

Salt to taste

1 tbsp oil

Method

Soak the brinjal cubes in water for 10 minutes, drain and keep aside. Put the neem leaves in a colander and wash. Heat oil in a pan. Add chopped onion and fry them for a few minutes. Add brinjal and turmeric powder, fry for 4-5 minutes. Remove it from the pan. Keep aside. In the same pan, add the neem leaves and reduce the heat and fry the leaves until crisp (do not add oil). Now add the fried brinjal to the neem leaves. Add salt and green chillies. Mix and fry for 3-4 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Neem begun is ready. Serve the healthy dish as a first item for lunch.