Kollu Soup Mix
Kollu / Horse Gram / Kulthi Dal / Huruli / Ulavalu / Mudhira
Horse gram called Macrotyloma uniflorum has been around since the early ages – as early as 2000 BC! It was grown in Africa and Asia. Commonly it is known as kulith, hurdle, or Madras beans. It is a promising food source in the future according, to the US National Academy of Sciences.
A horse gram is a short, climbing herb that bears flattened tiny seeds. They are red, brown, or black and resemble the shape of a curved beak. These grams are rich in proteins that make them an essential food for our health.
Kollu is also called horse gram, ulavalu in Telugu, and kulthi dal in Hindi. This pulse crop is widely cultivated in the south Asian region and grown in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tamilnadu. It is one of the staple foods of racehorses and meets all the nutritive requirements. The US national academy of sciences has identified kollu as the potential food source for the future for its amazing medical advantages and drought resistance.
The scientific name for horsegram is Macrotyloma uniflorum. Horsegram is also known as kulthi bean, hurali, or Madras gram, is a protein-packed legume native to India. Renowned for its unique taste and texture, it’s a staple food in Indian and Nepalese cuisine. This nutritional powerhouse is valued for its richness in protein, fiber, and essential minerals, and its use in traditional medicine adds to its appeal.
Why is it called horse gram?
Because it was a feed of horses and cattle and it is also considered a poor man’s food. So, you will predominantly find that it was eaten by the farming community and in rural areas.
Nutritional facts of horse gram
These minute seeds are rich in various nutrients and micro-nutrients which, are beneficial for our health in numerous ways. Horse gram nutrition per 100 grams includes –
- Protein – 22 gm
- Carbohydrates – 57 gm
- Minerals – 3 gm
- Calcium – 287 mg
- Phosphorus – 311 mg
- Iron – 7 mg
- Fibers – 5 gm
- Antioxidants – polyphenols and flavonoids
They also contain diuretic and astringent properties. These properties help in keeping the body warm during winters, along with other health issues.
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