Properties

It is one of the most popular plants in the entire history of man. Are known to use written records from 1550 BC In addition to its culinary application was used as a tonic, cough syrup and cut the stomach pain is also aphrodisiac.

It contains vitamins A and C, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, and five compounds antispasmodics. It is diuretic, expectorant, hypoglycemic, antifungal, and bactericidal (kills salmonella bacteria).

Preparation

They are used all parts of the plant. Mashed with garlic and pepper gives Thai food its flavor. Also used in almost all Indian cuisine and South American. Used in salsas, guacamole, raw in salads, soups, curry dishes ... etc