Amchoor also called amchur or aamchur is green mango powder from the mango tree.
Amchoor is prepared from green, unripe mangoes that are harvested directly from the tree. It is one of the most common spices in India where it is used in the preparation of samosas, this fritter made from a fine wheat dough and koftas, beef or lamb meatballs. It is also found in the seasoning of stuffed paratha , a flatbread usually stuffed with vegetables.
It is used to give preparations a tangy note similar to the flavor of tamarind paste or lemon.
As a little tip, amchoor has the property of tenderizing meats; think about it for your next preparations!
In salty
Make a delicious amchoor sweet potato soup, simmered with red peppers, a little garlic and coconut milk for those with a sweet tooth!
In sweet
For example, you can incorporate it into a cream or a chocolate mousse, a fruit salad or even into your pastries. It will make tangy and fresh desserts! Enrich your fruit juices with a little amchur to energize the taste.
Virtues of amchoor:
Rich in vitamins A, B and C and contains plenty of beta-carotenes and minerals such as copper, magnesium and potassium.
Mango is also a good source of antioxidants due to its wide variety of polyphenols.
Both mango and amchoor play a role in strengthening the immune system thanks to their nutrients which help the body's defenses.
