Benefits of Sabja Basil Seeds:

1. Rich in Fiber: They help with digestion and can promote bowel regularity.

2. Hydrating: When soaked in water, sabja seeds absorb liquid and swell up, making them excellent for hydration.

3. Rich in Antioxidants: They have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may help with detoxification.

4. Helps in Weight Management: The fiber content helps in creating a sense of fullness, which can assist in controlling appetite.

5. Supports Skin Health: Known for cooling effects, they are sometimes used to improve skin health, reduce acne, and calm inflammation.

How to Use Sabja Seeds:

1. Soaking:

   • Typically, sabja seeds need to be soaked in water for 10-15 minutes before eating. They will expand and become gelatinous. This makes them easier to digest and adds a unique texture.

2. In Drinks:

   • Sabja seeds are popularly used in drinks like Falooda (a traditional Indian dessert drink) and other smoothies or summer drinks. The seeds float in the liquid and give a pleasant texture.

   • You can also add soaked sabja seeds to lemonade or buttermilk for a refreshing drink.

3. In Desserts:

   • Add soaked sabja seeds to kheer (rice pudding), puddings, or sweet lassi to enhance the texture and nutritional value.

4. In Salads:

   • After soaking, toss sabja seeds in your salads for added crunch and hydration.

5. As a Topping:

   • You can sprinkle soaked sabja seeds on yogurt, smoothies, or fruit bowls.

How to Prepare Sabja Seeds:

1. Soak the Seeds: Take about 1 tablespoon of sabja seeds and add them to a glass of water (around 1 cup).

2. Wait: Let the seeds soak for 10-15 minutes. You’ll notice that they swell up and become gelatinous.

3. Use: After soaking, they are ready to be used in drinks, desserts, or meals.

A Simple Recipe: Sabja Seed Lemonade

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp sabja seeds

• 1 glass of water

• 1-2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional)

• Ice cubes (optional)

Method:

1. Soak the sabja seeds in water for 10-15 minutes.

2. In a glass, add lemon juice, honey or sugar (if using), and mix well.

3. Add the soaked sabja seeds to the glass.

4. Fill with cold water or ice cubes, and stir well.

5. Refreshing Sabja Seed Lemonade is ready to drink!