Description
Aloo bukhara is the dried form of a plum fruit that is thought to have originated in Asia and has been cultivated all over the world, primarily in Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, and India. It is used as a flavoring in Central Asian and Persian cooking.
Zafran aloo bukhara has a chewy and wrinkly textured flesh and its taste ranges from sweet-tart to sour. It has a golden tint that darkens with age.
Nutritional Values:
| Serving size | 100g |
| Energy | 240 Kcal |
| Protein | 2.18 g |
| Total Lipid (fat) | 0.38 g |
| Carbohydrate | 63.9 g |
| Fiber | 7.1 g |
| Sugars | 38.1 g |
| Calcium | 43 mg |
| Iron | 0.93 mg |
| Magnesium | 41 mg |
| Phosphorus | 69 mg |
| Potassium | 732 mg |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Health Benefits:
- Aloo bukhara has high dietary fiber content and low-fat content. It is rich in vitamins A and C, magnesium, potassium, iron, and calcium. It also helps in maintaining heart health.
- Anthocyanins are antioxidants present in aloo bukhara that prevent cell damage due to their anti-inflammatory effects. It also contains polyphenolic compounds such as lutein and cryptoxanthin. These compounds help reduce oxidative stress on cells.
- Consuming these dried plums can boost bone health, particularly in post-menopausal women.
- These dried plums can also reverse bone loss due to the high quantity of phenolic and flavonoids compounds present in them.
- They’re also high in phenols, which protect against the damaging free radicals that speed up the aging process and cause the onset of various diseases.
- Regular consumption of aloo bukhara may prevent age-related optical degeneration and other inflammations associated with the eyes.
Usage:
Aloo bukhara is a healthy snack that may be eaten straight from the bag or used as a versatile cooking or baking element. Chefs often prefer dried plums for their wonderful texture, taste, and flavor, as well as their well-known health benefits. Alu bukhara from Zafran can be used in the preparation of pies, jams, jellies, and desserts.
