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Tukmaria Seeds
(Sabja seeds / Basil seeds / Falooda seeds)
| Botanical Name | Ocimum Basilicum |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Form | Dried |
| Type Available | Whole |
| Color | Black |
| Packaging Size | 200 gm / 500 gm / 15 kg / 20 kg / 50 kg. |
| Bulk order are also available as per client's requirement. |
Tukmaria Seeds, are also called Basil Seeds, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is also called the "king of herbs" and the "royal herb". Tukmaria seeds play a major role in some Southeast Asian cuisines. They are very popular in India, Taiwan and Indonesia, among other areas. Basil Seeds are originally native to India and other tropical regions of Asia.
The black and tear-shaped seeds that many confuse with chia seeds are rich in proteins, carbs, and essential fats and are packed with a good deal of fiber. Interestingly, these seeds of the Tukmaria plant contain no calories. Tukmaria seeds are rich in antioxidants, help in controlling diabetes and is also good for your skin.
Tukmaria Seeds are the ingredient that gives Falooda its distinctive appearance. They are also used in Indian Lemonade, Rooh Afza, milkshakes and sherbets. Basil seeds are an excellent and inexpensive addition to a balanced diet. Basil seeds are a lesser known ingredient in Indian cookery, despite their many health benefits. Basil seeds provide relief to sore throats, cold and respiratory disorders, aid digestion and cure constipation. They are used in Indian drinks and desserts such as falooda etc mainly for their cooling effect on the system. When soaked in water for about 30 minutes, Basil seeds become gelatinous. Strain and then use these soaked seeds in drinks, coolers, sherbets, ice creams, falooda or kulfis.