Koovapodi (Arrowroot powder) – helpful effects for the body
Koovapodi (Arrowroot powder) – helpful effects for the body
Arrowroot Powder (Koovapodi) – A Perfect Mix of Nutritional and Medicinal Values
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Arrowroot gluten free starch – doesn’t have high nutritional value – does have some helpful effects for the body..
Koovapodi is a natural floured root starch that is off white or pure white in colour and very smooth powder. The plant was given the name arrowroot because it was once used to treat those who are injured with wounds from poisoned arrows. Generally this powder is used as a very good substitute for cornstarch. Arrowroot starch ( commonly known as r arrowroot ’ ) is obtained in the country from the rhizomes of the plants known as Maranta arunditzacea. Arrowroot is also derived from the rhizome of Gurcuma augustifolia. It is chiefly used as an infant and invalid food. To a small extent, it is also employed in the manufacture of biscuits and in making puddings, cakes and sweets.
Arrowroot thickens at low temperature which makes it perfect for egg-based sauces and custards. Because it doesn’t get cloudy on thickening, it also makes beautiful fruit sauces and gravies
Arrowroot is a supplementary diet for bedridden patients and convalescents because it contains low calorie, high electrolyte, vitamins and minerals. It is an excellent source of potassium.Its health benfits are many. This soft food/drink can be given to pregnant ladies as well as infants
