Kadalai Mittai

Kadalai Mittai

The Surprising Benefits of

What is kadalai mittai?

Kadalai mittai is a fusion of two main ingredients — peanuts and jaggery. It is cheap and available at any supermarket in South India. You can also make your own at home.

Health benefits of kadalai mittai

Do you really have to be “guilty” in nibbling on this guilty pressure? Not so much! Here are the benefits of kadalai mittai based on its three main ingredients.

Peanuts

Peanuts are a type of legume and are a source of healthy fats as well as high-quality protein. They contain high amounts of calories and also are a common allergen.

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peanuts content and benefits

Fat

Protein

Carbohydrate

Antioxidants

Vitamins and minerals

44% to 56%

22% to 30%

13% to 16%

Weight management

Heart health

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Jaggery

Jaggery, an unrefined sugar produced in Asia and Africa, is often made from sugar cane; sometimes, it can also be produced from date palms in other countries.

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Jaggery contain

Fat

Fructose and glucose

Iron

Magnesium

Manganese

Fructose and glucose

Potassium

Protein

Sucrose

Cardamom

This spice has an intense flavor that is mildly sweet, just like mint. Cardamom has been used for centuries in traditional medicine.

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Cardamom health benefits

Antibacterial effects

Easing digestive problems

Lowering blood pressure

Improving breathing

Reducing the risk of chronic illnesses

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01 Heat water and jaggery together

02 Add cardamom powder 

03 Check if it is ready once you achieve a thick consistency

04 Mix the syrup with the roasted peanuts

How to make kadalai mittai

05 Oil a tray and pour the mixture on it

06 Determine the thickness with an oiled rolling pin 

07 Let the candy rest a minute, then mark with a knife

08 Cool the kadalai mittai  and enjoy!

What are you waiting for? Make your very own Indian sweets at home and explore the benefits of kadalai mittai for yourself! Feeling happy after a tasty candy is a benefit, is it not?

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