Basil Seeds (Tukhm Malanga)

Description

Basil Seeds (Tukhm Malanga) (تخم ریحان)

Tukhm Malanga (tukhm-e-rehan) are tiny black seeds that swell into soft jelly pearls in water. They are a summer favourite in Pakistan.

Quick facts

Below are the ways Tukhm Malanga is valued in desi and Unani tradition. This is traditional and general information, not medical advice.

15 ways to use Tukhm Malanga

1. Soaking: Soak 1 teaspoon in a glass of water for 15 minutes.
2. Rooh afza: Add soaked seeds to rooh afza.
3. Nimbu pani: Add to lemonade.
4. Falooda: Add to falooda with vermicelli.
5. Milk: Add to cold milk with sugar.
6. Smoothie: Blend or stir into smoothies.
7. Yogurt: Stir into yogurt.
8. Pudding: Use as a topping on puddings.
9. Ice cream: Sprinkle on ice cream.
10. Coconut water: Add to coconut water.
11. Iftar drink: Serve in iftar sharbat.
12. Fruit chaat: Add to fruit chaat.
13. Diet drink: Take in water before meals.
14. Safety: Always soak; do not give dry seeds to small children.
15. Storage: Keep dry seeds in a closed jar.

20 benefits and traditional uses of Tukhm Malanga

1. Summer favourite: A must in Pakistani summer drinks.
2. Cooling tradition: Used in the tradition to feel cool in hot weather.
3. Falooda essential: The classic falooda seed.
4. Rooh afza and lemonade: Added to summer sharbat.
5. Natural fibre: Swells into a soft, fibre rich gel.
6. Feel full: Helps you feel full, useful for diet watchers.
7. Hydration habit: Encourages drinking more water.
8. Ramadan iftar: Popular in iftar drinks.
9. Stomach tradition: Used in the tradition for a cool stomach.
10. Dessert topping: Used on kheer, puddings and ice cream.
11. Smoothie booster: Added to shakes and smoothies.
12. Plant omega 3: Basil seeds contain plant omega 3.
13. Minerals: A natural source of calcium and magnesium.
14. Pairs with lemon: Classic in nimbu pani.
15. Pairs with milk: Used in falooda milk.
16. Tiny seeds: A little goes a long way.
17. Quick to prepare: Ready in 15 minutes.
18. Clean seeds: Sorted and free of stones.
19. Stores well: Keeps for a long time when dry.
20. Family favourite: Loved by all ages.

Buying tip: Good tukhm malanga is jet black and small, and swells into soft pearls with a white coat within 15 minutes of soaking.

Why buy from Maqsood Herbal Store

We have been in the herbal trade since 2005. Every item is checked for correct identity, colour, smell and cleanliness, and packed fresh after you order. We deliver all over Pakistan within 3 days for a flat Rs 300. You can pay by Cash on Delivery, JazzCash or Easypaisa. Sealed items can be returned within 7 days.

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Always use a dry spoon.

Please see a doctor

Important: Always soak before use. Do not give dry seeds to small children.

Traditional use is not the same as proven medical treatment. Please see a doctor or a qualified hakeem before using any herb for a health problem, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, giving it to a child, taking regular medicine, or have a long term illness. Stop use and see a doctor if you notice any allergy or side effect.

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Urdu mein khulasa

تخم ریحان: مقصود ہربل اسٹور سے اصل اور صاف مال، احتیاط سے پیک کیا گیا۔ کسی بیماری میں استعمال سے پہلے ڈاکٹر یا حکیم سے مشورہ ضرور کریں۔ پورے پاکستان میں 300 روپے ڈیلیوری، کیش آن ڈیلیوری دستیاب۔

Disclaimer: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information on this page describes traditional use only and is not medical advice.