New Delhi, 14 June (IANS). Uttarakhand is known for its traditional food and rich culture. Traditional foods are given special importance here. There is not a trend of not one, but also six types of taste salt.
Traditional salt of Uttarakhand is grinded by hand on silbattas, which increases their taste and fragrance. Different types of herbs and spices are added to them, which make them delicious and nutritious. You can store this two types of salt in your house for a long time. Uttarakhand is the most famous green salt, also called Uttarakhandi chutney salt or Kumaoni chutney salt. According to the local people here, this salt promises a sure health with taste.
It is made by mixing fresh green coriander, green chillies, garlic, ginger, cumin and sometimes mint, which gives it a spicy and aromatic taste. It is used to enhance taste in salads, fruits, raita and lemonade.
If you are fond of garlic, then definitely try the garlic salt of Uttarakhand once, it is known for taste and fragrance. This salt is prepared by grinding garlic, green chillies and other spices. It adds a unique taste to vegetables, pulses and soup. With sharp and warm taste of ginger, this salt is particularly preferred in winter.
It is prepared by mixing green chillies and other spices with ginger. This salt is made from cannabis seeds and other spices. It has a specific and mild sweet taste, which makes it suitable for using it in salads, chutney and certain dishes.
In Uttarakhand, a unique salt named Danadusa is found, it is made with mustard and chili and it tastes sharp. This is for those who prefer spicy.
This salt made with Timsura (a type of mountain lemon) gives a unique sour and light astringent taste. It is especially good for sprinkling salads and fruits.
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