Garden Cress Seeds, Halim used in Indian Desserts

Yes, we have used garden cress seeds to make the famous Indian ladoo. Halim Ladoo recipe is a traditional Maharashtrian sweet made with iron-rich garden cress seeds. Other ingredients like jaggery and almonds also add to the iron quotient of these delicious ladoos.

Halim Ladoo, Halim Laddu

Garden Cress Seeds, Halim used in Indian Parathas

Aliv or garden cress seed is a real treasure-trove of nutrients, and a must have in every kitchen. This little-known Indian food is one of the best vegetarian sources of iron, and is worth including in the diet, whether as a powder or in seed form.

This delicious Aliv Nutri Paratha recipe is a great way to start off. With a scrumptious stuffing of paneer and coloured capsicums, it is nothing short of a mouth-watering treat.

Aliv Nutri Paratha

Don't overdo Garden Cress Seeds

True to the fact that garden cress seeds have many health benefits, do not go overboard with it. The recommended serving size would be 1 tbsp (12 gm) 2 to 3 times a week or as recommended by your doctor / dietitian. It contains some amount of goitrogens which prevent iodine absorption.

Benefits of Garden Cress Seeds, Halim

Garden Cress Seeds (Halim) : Garden cress seeds overcome anaemia. A tbsp. of these seeds offer 12 mg of iron. Being rich in iron and a galactagogue (a food which enhances breast milk production), it’s beneficial for lactating moms for enhancing breast milk production. Its high protein content helps to satiate you and build muscle mass too. Garden cress seeds are a good cure to constipation. The fiber from the seeds when had with water helps to bind the stools and aids in its east movement through the digestive tract. See detailed benefits of garden cress seeds. 

Enjoy our  garden cress seeds recipes, Indian  Halim Recipes below.