Legiyam is generally prepared for Diwali. It has
medicinal properties. As we prepare and consume sweets and deep fried snacks on
Diwali, This legiyam is advised to be taken so that it helps in digestion. Some
people do not like the taste of the preparation but nevertheless take it as a
medicine.Legiyam powder is available in shops which sell herbas and herbal
medicines. They are known as Naatu Marundhu Kadai
INGREDIENTS
Legiyam
Powder
|
1cup
|
Jaggery
|
3/4
cup
|
Water
|
Enough to immerse the powder and jiggery
|
Honey
|
1
tbsp
|
Gingelly
oil
|
3
tbsp
|
Ghee
|
5
tbsp
|
PREPARATION
Grate the Jaggery
Soak the jaggery and Legiyam powder in just enough
water to immerse it. Keep it aside overnight
Next morning, Transfer this to a pan and cook in low
flame. After 20 minutes, we see that it starts to thicken
Now add honey and alternatively add ghee and
gingelly oil stirring continuously.
When everything comes together, and it has a jam
like consistency, switch off the fire. Let it cool completely.
Store in an air tight container in the refrigerator
which stays good for over 6 months
It is advisable to consume ½ tsp of Legiyam every
morning in empty stomach.