Date Nuts Unde (Laddu)

Date Nuts Unde is nothing but dates and nuts Laddu. Date nuts Unde is prepared without extra sugar, coconut or even ghee. It is a healthy laddu and you can enjoy eating Date nuts laddu at any time of the day. Date nuts is full of Nutrition.

Eating handful of nuts in the morning make us strong and healthy is a known fact and most of the people do practice this habit. Children definitely do not like eating almonds. I have seen people go behind their kids to feed. So the thought came up of preparing laddus and here they are.

I have used Dates, Figs, Almonds, Cashew Nuts and Poppy seeds. As i said earlier I have not used sugar or jaggery or any other sweetness.Laddu gets  sweetness from Dates and Figs. No ghee is added. The nuts are not roasted. It is easy and healthy and anyone can munch this Date nuts laddu any time of the day.

Let s see some benefits of  eating Nuts and Dates.

Nuts are a part of healthy diet. They offer key essential nutrients and play a role in disease prevention by keeping us healthy as we grow old. Nuts are full of minerals, vitamins and fiber rich. They contain healthy fat.

Almonds are rich in calcium and contain bone building mineral. Almonds are also high in Vitamin E, a nutrient which helps to improve the condition and appearance of skin. Almond skin is full of heart protecting compounds called flavonoids.

Cashew nuts contain a good level of protein and useful source of minerals like iron, zinc and magnesium.

Dates are cholesterol free and contain very l ow fat. They are rich in Vitamins and minerals. They are rich source of protein and dietary fiber. Dates helps to improve the digestive system. They contain soluble and insoluble fibers. They are great energy boosters. They are rich in potassium and Iron.

Figs(Anjeer) helps to reduce the cholesterol. They help to prevent the high blood pressure and heart attacks. Figs helps to cure diabetics. Figs are rich in calcium and it is an excellent alternative for the therapeutic treatment for people who are allergic to dairy products.

Here is a recipe of Date nuts Unde and eating one laddu in the morning will definitely keeps you fit. I am sure Date nuts laddu will be liked by all.age group and every one in the home.

Things Needed :

Dates  : 1 Pack (500 Gr Lion dates)
Dry Figs : 25o Gm (1/2 of 500 grams)
Almonds : 1 Big bowl (250 grams)
Cashew Nuts : 1 Small bowl (100 grams)
Poppy Seeds : 50 Grams. ( 2 Table spoons)

Method :

1. Remove seeds from Dates and cut it into small pieces.
2. Cut figs also in to small pieces.

3. Now dry grind dates and figs till they turn into smallest pieces.

4. Put these powdered dates and figs in a big bowl.
5. Now dry grind 1/2 bowl of almonds into powder and put it in the dates mixture bowl.

5. Dry grind remaining almonds into bits. (just churn the mixi slightly for 2 minutes)

6. Put coarsely ground almonds in the mixture bowl.

7. Cut cashew nuts into small pieces by hand.

 8. Add poppy seeds and mix all the ingredients nicely.

9. You need to kneed the mixture very well. The whole mixture needs to be soft.

10. Take a handful of datenuts mixture and prepare ball size unde(Laddu).

11. Prepare laddus with the remaining mixture.

12. Serve these laddus as snack or pack it in kids lunch box( for munching).

Note :

If you find the mixture is bit dry, make use of more dates, dry grind and add it to the nuts mixture and prepare laddu.
This laddu has only natural sweets from dates. Either coconut or ghee is used. I have not roasted or fried dates or nuts.
You always turn your laddu as you want. The options are make use of sugar or jaggery or kally sakkare ..if you want more sweet. You can also use dry coconut.(Copra). You can use ghee. Mix ghee with the nuts mixture and then prepare laddus.
Time : 30 minutes
25 to 30 laddus can be prepared.

Moong Dal + Sesame Seeds Laddu

Moong daal and sesame seeds laddu is a sweet dish. We can have them anytime of the day. It is easy to prepare and healthy for all age group.


Now lets see some benefits of using Moong dal and Sesame seeds.
Moong dal is light in weight and suggested during the pregnancy period. It is excellent source of proper nutrition for all age group. It is a great source of dietary fibre, iron and protein. It is low in fat and cholesterol free. It provides a good amount of potassium, calcium, vitamins and B complex.

Sesame seeds contain several notable health benefiting nutrients, minerals, antioxidants and vitamins that are essential for our health. They are excellent source of copper and good source of manganese. They also contain calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin B1 zinc. Sesame helps to reduce the bad cholesterol and increases the good cholesterol in blood.

Here is a recipe of Moong dal + Sesame Seeds Laddu and you can munch them any time of the day.

Things Needed :

Moong dal : 2 Cups
Sesame seeds : 2 to 3 Table spoons
Jaggery : 1/2 cup
Cardamom pods : 3 to 4
Coconut : 1 Cup
Cashew nuts: 1/4 cup small pieces
Water : 1/4 Cup
Ghee : 1 to 2 Table spoons
Methi seeds : 1 Tea spoon

Method :

1. Dry roast Moong dal till the raw smell disappear. ( about 5 minutes) on the low flame allow it to cool.

2. Dry roast Sesame seeds and methi seeds separately till they turn brown on low flame and allow it to cool.
3. Dry grind roasted moong dal, methi seeds and sesame seeds along with cardamom pods.

4. Grate coconut and roast it slightly on low flame. (Let the moisture disappear from coconut).
5. Keep a big pan on the fire and put water and jaggery. Let jaggery melt.

6. When the jaggery melts it starts to bubble. leave it for 1 to 2 minutes and check the syrup for string consistency.

7. Add dry ground dal , sesame mixture and coconut and mix it well. Put off the gas and add ghee and cashew pieces.

8. Now prepare a ball size laddu . Take a handful of laddu mixture and bring it to laddu size by pressing the palm and fingers. Try to give a round shape.

Serve Moong dal + Sesame Laddus any time of the day.

Notes:

You must roast moong dal and sesame seeds nicely till the raw smell disappear. Using more ghee is an optional. You can also fry cashew nuts in ghee. You can use other dry fruits too. It adds to the taste. You can also use dry coconut (copra) instead of fresh coconut. Laddus stay longer duration if you use dry coconut. Just warm dry coconut and use it. Using methi
Time : 15 minutes
20 laddus can be prepared.

Corn Flakes Laddu

Corn Flakes Laddus are sweet and we can have them any time of the day.
Experts world wide agree that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Ready to eat cereal ranks as one of the best choice available as part of a nutritious breakfast.

Cereal is a low fat nutrient food with many essential vitamins and minerals. Cereal also provides the important benefits of grains.
This particular type of Corn Flakes named Go Lean Crunch with honey and almonds has lots of almonds and honey in them. It is naturally sweet since Honey has been added so not much of jaggery is used in the laddu.
Here is a recipe of the Corn Flakes Laddu. One can prepare these laddus using any type of corn flakes and little jaggery, dried or fresh coconut and some almonds. It is easy and healthy too. You can pack these laddu to your kids munching box too.

Things I used :

Go Lean Crunchy Corn Flakes : 5 to 6 Cups
Jaggery : 3/4 Cup
Almonds : 1/2 cup
Cardamom :  3 to 5 pods.
Ghee : 1/4 Cup (or 3 Table spoons).
Coconut : 1 Cup (Fresh or dried)

Method :

1. Roast Corn Flakes on low flame for 2 to 3 minutes. Powder it when it is cooled. Add cardamom while dry grinding the corn flakes.

2. Dry roast coconut for a minute. Dry roast almonds on low flame and dry grind it once it is cooled

3. Now keep a pan on the fire and add grated jaggery and 1/4 cup of water. Let it boil nicely.

4. Jaggery starts to bubble up. Stir for 2 minutes and check the syrup consistency. (It should be one thread consistency).

5. Mix well and add dry ground corn flakes, almonds and coconut. Mix it nicely and put off the fire.

6. Add ghee and prepare laddu by taking a handful of the mixture and press it nicely and give a small ball shape.

7. Repeat the same with remaining mixture.

8. Serve these Corn Flakes Laddu at any time of the day. You can pack these laddus for your friends too.

Note :

This particular brand corn flakes contain honey and loads of almonds. You can prepare laddu with any brand and any type of corn flakes. You can add or skip dry fruits. Must roast these corn flakes on low flame. Dry grind it when it is cooled. You can use cashews, raisins etc. You can also use more coconut to the mixture. It adds to the taste. You can also use more ghee. If you feel the mixture is dry use hot milk (add little by little) and prepare laddu. Must keep these milk used laddu in the fridge. or it may get fungus.
Time : 30 minutes (Al together)
25 to 30 Laddus can be prepared. 

Antina Unde (Edible Gum Laddus)

Antina Unde(Kannada) is a very healthy Laddu, prepared using lots of nuts and Antu (edible gum) or Gondu (gum). Antina unde is also called Dink or Dinka Laddu.

Antina Unde is specially prepared for the lady after her delivery. Antina Unde helps her to get back to the energy which is lost during the process of the child birth. Lots of ghee, edible gum jaggery with nutmug and nuts like almonds, cashew, raisins and cardamom is used to prepare Antina Unde.

Lots of ghee is used to fry these things and it is believed that it helps the lady to get back to her normal life after a painful delivery. It also helps her to be healthy and carry on her daily normal work. Antina Unde helps the ladies to get the strong spinal strength and produce the breast milk to the nurishing mother.

Dinka or Gond is an edible gum. It is extracted from the bark of the Axie - Wood tree. It is available in cristal form as pearly yellowish pieces of varying sizes. Edible gum contain calcium, magnesium and potassium. It protect against cold. It also known to treat chronic kidney diseases, digestive disorder. Gond can help lower cholesterol.

Almonds are used for relief from constipation, respiratory disorders, coughs, heart disorders, anemia and diabetes. It also helps to maintain a healthy hair, skin care and dental care. Almonds have been connected to a higher intellectual level and they have long been considered an essential food item for growning children.

Poppy seeds are pleasant in taste. They are nutritious oil seeds used as condiment in cooking. Poppy seeds helps to lower the bad cholesterol and increase the good cholesterol levels in the blood. They are good source of dietary fiber. They help to over come the constipation problems. The seeds are excellent source of B - Complex, Vitamins. They contain good levels of minerals like iron, copper, potassium, manganese, zinc and magnesium.

Here is a recipe of " Antina Unde " that contain lots of nutrition and less ghee. This is a healthy recipe and I am sure each and every one will love to eat this Antina Unde. I have prepared this laddus My way of doing.

Things Needed : 

Antu (Edible gum) : 1oo grams
Badam (Almonds) : 2 Cups
Poppy Seeds: 100 Grams
Dry dates (Uttutte)  : 100 Grams (10 to 12)

Kallu sakkare : 100 Grams
Walnuts : 50 Grams
Cashew Nuts : 50 Grams
Jaggery : 1 cup
Pista: 1 Tablespoon (optional)
Cardamom : 6 to 8 pods.
Dry Coconut : (Copra) : 1 (Small one)
Ghee : 2 to 3 Tablespoons.
Raisins : 100 grams.

Ready to serve Antina Unde

Method

1. Cut dry dates in to small pieces.

2. Grate dry coconut.
3. Dry  Roast 1 cup of almonds.

4. Dry roast Gum.

5. Cut the other cup of almonds in to small pieces.
6. Now powder the dates and 1/2 portion of copra, cardamom.

7. Powder the dry roasted almonds and Kallu sakkare

8. Powder roasted gum.
9. Now all these powdered mixtures and cut almonds in a big bowl.

10. Dry roast poppy seeds and dry grind when it cools down. Put the ground mixture in the bowl.

Roast walnuts slightly and add it as it is .(Do not roast more than 20 seconds).

11. Keep a pan on the fire and put 2 tablespoons of ghee and heat.

12. Fry cashew and raisins in the ghee and add it to the mixture.

13. Keep a pan and put jaggery and 1/4 cup of water

14. Bring it to boil and let the jaggery melt and turn a string consistency.

15. Put this jaggery syrup to the mixture and mix it nicely.

16. Now mix it well and take a handful of the mixture and prepare laddu.

17. Repeat the same with the remaining mixture.

18. You can add a spoon of melted ghee inbetween. It helps to prepare the laddu.

Note:

Remember dry roasting should be done on low flame. You can also add cut dates as it is. (dry grinding is an optional). You can add nutmug powder (1 Tea spoon) to the mixture. (If you are feeding the baby adding nutmug adds to the nutrition). I have not added. Adding ghee will enhance the taste. I have added the minimum. Do not roast copra since it is already dried. Adding red kallusakkare is also a healthy choice. You can use little kallusakkare and more of jaggery.(optional).
You must roast the antu (gum) nicely and then powder it. Do not powder the hard gum if it is not roasted. It may not be powdered well.

Preparation time : 30 minutes
Cooking time : 3o minutes 
Total Time : 1 Hour
50 Laddus can be made ( sizes differ)

Laddus with less jaggery : 

1. Dry ground Mixute (The same dry roasted nuts and kallusakkare mixtue).

2. Keep a pan on the fire and add 2 to 3 tablespoons of jaggery and put a table spoon of water.

3. Let it boil to a string cosistency. add this jaggery syrup to the nuts mixture. Mix it well.

4. Store this mixture in a glass bottle. You can eat them whenever you want.
Take 2 tablespoons of this mixture and eat as it is or adding a spoon of hot milk and mix it well and eat it.