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How To Keep Cheese (After Opening) Fresh?

Say cheese, and you will have a beaming smile as it is among the most loved foods in the world. There are hundreds of different types of cheese. Cheese is found in different forms in all cultures around the world. Whatever kind of cheese you buy, a branded processed variety or a gourmet or an artesian from a delicatessen, you would want it to stay fresh for as long as possible.

What are the things you should do (or avoid doing) to keep cheese fresh?

If your cheese came wrapped in plastic, remove the cheese from the plastic wrapping as soon as it reaches home. A few days in the plastic will spoil the taste and give it the flavour of plastic. For re-wrapping, using cheese paper is the best as it has two layers – a wax-coated paper on the inside and a thin porous plastic on the outside – that allows cheese to breathe but controls the humidity.

If you cannot source cheese paper, wrap it in waxed/butter paper, and then place it in a partially sealed plastic bag. The wax lined paper will create a barrier between the cheese and the plastic and the plastic will ensure that the cheese does not get dry. For soft cheese, the shelf life is short so it is better to keep them in their original packing.

One other trick to keep cheese fresh is to use fresh wrapping every time you cut off a piece to use the cheese. Re-used wrapping does not give the same results as a fresh wrapping paper.

And now let’s talk about storage in the refrigerator. Cheese must be stored in the area where temperature is between 5 – 6°C and this means that the coldest part of your refrigerator will likely be too cold.  The crisper drawers have these temperatures and the crisper drawer has one other important benefit: it provides the humidity that the cheese needs.

Now that you know how to store cheese properly, how about buying some cheese and trying a few cheese recipes.

Best buy is if packing is small which may be used in one or two times.

  • To prepare creamier soups, replace water with milk.
  • To prepare creamier soups, replace water with milk.
  • To prepare creamier soups, replace water with milk.

Dairy Whitener And Its Uses

Dairy whitener is dried milk with added sugars. We can use it to make tea or coffee with or without adding additional sugar. It is becoming quite popular nowadays to not just prepare tea and coffee, but also to prepare baked desserts, puddings and even traditional Indian sweets.

Dairy whitener’s ability to offer a stable emulsion and its whitening ability makes it ideal for its varied uses. Whenever you are out of fresh or packaged milk but wish to make sweet milk based recipes, dairy whitener can come to your rescue. You can make simple and interesting recipes that everyone will enjoy.

You can prepare kalakand by mixing dairy whitener, paneer and fresh cream. Add sugar and cardamom powder to enhance flavour and aroma. Put all ingredients in a pan and cook for 12-15 minutes and let the mixture thicken. You have to keep stirring while it is being cooked. Once the mixture has turned into a thick paste, transfer it to a greased plate and spread evenly. Garnish it with dry fruit slivers and allow it to rest for 4-5 hours, cut into pieces and serve.

To prepare delicious gulab jamuns, make a soft dough with khoya, plain flour and dairy whitener using small amounts of water. Divide the dough into small smooth balls and fry them in ghee till they are golden brown. Prepare sugar syrup and soak the balls in it on a low flame for about 6 minutes to enjoy home-made gulab jamuns.

Dairy whitener can also be used in most baking recipes that require milk. While preparing batter, mix the whitener directly into the other dried ingredients that are mentioned in the recipe, like the flour and baking powder mixture. After that you can add the required water quantity (as suggested in instructions mentioned on the dairy whitener pack) in the recipe step where it suggests that liquid milk should be added.

Dairy whitener dissolves smoothly and it has a long shelf life. All these features make it very useful in a modern kitchen.

  • Net weight 1 kg (Drained weight 500g)
  • 12 months from packaging when stored in cool and dry place.
  • Ingredients: Sugar, Water, Milk Solids, Cottage cheese, All purpose wheat flour, Desi Ghee and cardamom. Contains no preservatives.

DIY, Homemade, Milk Immunity Boosting Dish/Drink

Termed as one of the healthiest herbs of all, turmeric has been known to fix a variety of health problems and has been a revered spice since ancient times in India. It is a powerful immunity booster, thanks mainly to the fact that it is an anti-oxidant and also the due anti-inflammatory properties of many of its constituent compounds.

When you mix this wonder herb with milk, a complete food in its own right, you get a home-made immunity-boosting dish with numerous health benefits. Turmeric milk is known for cleansing blood and improving insulin function in the body. Traditional home remedies list it as a cure for cough and cold across India. Experts opine that it is ideal for weight loss as the essential fatty acids in milk and antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents found in turmeric speed up fat loss.

Haldi milk or turmeric latte as it is now trending can be easily prepared at home when you bring a cup of milk to a boil and add a pinch of turmeric to it. You may add a spoonful of sugar or jaggery according to taste. Adding a bit of nutmeg can be beneficial for diabetics, heart patients of those suffering from joint pain. A pinch of black pepper added to turmeric latte can help fight sore throat and infections.

The best time to consume haldi milk is at night just before your sleep. A warm glass of haldi milk just before bedtime helps maintain optimal hormonal balance, speeds up recovery and stimulates our immune system.

Milk as a Complete Food

Milk is one of the most common food items consumed by the human race. While it can be enjoyed alone, some people consume it as a shake, a smoothie, an ice-cream, or in any other form, milk has numerous uses. Many people are not convinced whether or not it is a complete food? Read on to find out.

Milk is rich in protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins and various minerals essential for maintaining fluid balance and a healthy body.

Proteins such as casein, globulin and albumin contain key amino acids required for building tissues and the repair of damaged cells in our body. Milk also contains carbohydrates in the form of lactose. We get energy for activity from the intake of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates also regulate hormones in our bodies. The deficiency of carbohydrates in the blood causes muscle fatigue and lack of concentration. The high volume of soluble fibers in milk combine with fat and sugar to delay digestion, and this is why doctors often recommend milk as a remedy for constipation.

Vitamins in milk, primarily vitamin B12, are responsible for the healthy functioning of the brain and the nervous system. The calcium in milk also provides teeth with a natural shield against cavities and tooth decay. It also increases the metabolism of fat and is also known to reduce the risk of hypertension by maintaining the elasticity of blood vessels. Not just calcium, milk also contains magnesium, phosphorus, potassium etc. which is why milk is a complete food.

These wonderful facts about nutrients in milk should convince everyone that milk on its own or blended with flavours, as a liquid or frozen as an ice-cream, is complete, wholesome and great any which way.

Frozen Yoghurt, the New Age Ice–cream

A meal in Indian household is rarely complete without a small bowl of curd that is very similar in form and texture to Yoghurt. Misti doi and shrikhand are popular traditional Indian desserts made by using curdled milk. In recent years, a new variety of curd like dessert, frozen yoghurt or froyo as it is has been nick-named, has emerged as a dessert of choice for many in urban India.

While this dessert has been popular in the west for many years, recently many outlets serving frozen yoghurt have opened up in many cities in India. Froyo parlours of Cocoberry, Yoghurtbay and Pinkberry are becoming as popular as ice-cream parlours in the evening. This is a good time to question if frozen yoghurt as a “dessert” is a healthy option as it is claimed to be?

Let’s find out what exactly is frozen yoghurt and how different it is from plain yoghurt and ice-cream? Ice-cream is prepared using heavy cream, while frozen yoghurt is typically made with either non-fat or low-fat milk or plain yoghurt. If we compare the nutritional facts of frozen yoghurt, plain yoghurt and ice-cream, in terms of fat, frozen yoghurt has lesser fat than an ice-cream but is comparable to fat in plain yoghurt. When we look at the number of calories and amount of sugar, then it loses out to ice-cream and plain yoghurt as it contains a much larger quantity of sugar resulting in higher calories. To sum up, it is likely to be more fattening than plain yoghurt, but a healthier option than an ice-cream.

For those who are health-conscious, it will be good to keep in mind that frozen though yoghurt may be a healthier dessert, it would be incorrect to claim that it is a “guilt-free” dessert.

What is Yoghurt? Its types – Additives used in Yoghurt- How Healthy is Yoghurt?

People think that curd or dahi and yoghurt are just different names for the same thing. Many feel that curd is what we call it in India and Americans call it yoghurt. A few claim that the only difference is that yoghurt is thicker than curd. But that’s not true!

Although yoghurt may be very similar in form and texture to dahi, it is prepared commercially by adding two specific strains of bacteria – lactobacillus bulgaris and streptococcus thermophilus – to milk, whereas dahi or curd is prepared using a natural homemade probiotic starter. The bacteria strains make the product standardised and homogenous.

Greek yoghurt is becoming a dominant trend in yoghurt right now. It is strained more than natural yoghurt and contains a lesser quantity of whey and lactose. This ensures that Greek yoghurt contains twice the amount of protein and half the amount of carbs. It is good as a snack and can be safely consumed by those who are lactose intolerant.

Flavoured yoghurts have also become popular. Although they claim to be low-fat, they may be high on calories due to sweetening agents like high-fructose corn syrup. For a healthier option, you must stick to the ones where the labels mention only milk, sugar or natural sweeteners as ingredients.

Soy or coconut-based yoghurts, also termed Dairy-free yoghurts have also hit the market in the last few years. The fat content is much lower here as these do not contain lactose. This makes them an ideal choice for vegans and those who are lactose intolerant. Lack of dairy makes them low on calcium so you are advised to pick up labels that mention added calcium and vitamin D.

Yoghurt is rich in protein that helps in building and improving your core muscle strength. The presence of plenty of healthy bacteria ensures that yoghurt will boost your immunity and keep diseases at bay. Yoghurt contains good fat that manages weight and keeps and your heart healthy. You must go for sugar-free variant to get its maximum benefits. Health benefits of Greek yoghurt, non-dairy and regular yoghurt are many, but it is not easy to claim that any one of these is necessarily healthier than the others.

The Protein Powerhouse: Paneer

Food items like eggs, meat, fish and chicken are the primary sources of protein but in case you are a vegetarian then you should definitely add paneer, which is an ideal food that can fulfill your daily protein intake.

Paneer is a very common fresh cottage cheese used in India. Paneer, as it is used nowadays, is prepared by separating milk using curd, buttermilk, vinegar or other edible acids. This variant for cheese was introduced in north Indian cuisine from Persia or Afghanistan in 15th -16th century. A soft-textured, non-melting milk-based ingredient is also been mentioned in our ancient Vedic texts.

Paneer differs from cheese because it is emulsified using food-based acids and not the emulsifying agent rennet that is derived from calf/cattle intestines. This gives paneer a much shorter shelf life than cheese that can be stored for months.

For vegetarians, paneer is an ideal food for bodybuilding because it is rich in protein. It has high protein content – 100 grams of paneer contains up to 18 grams of protein. Widely known as the building blocks of our cells, proteins are responsible for maintaining and repair of body tissues,  providing structure, strength and elasticity for various body parts, maintenance of fluid and pH balance and is also responsible for key biochemical reactions that help in digestion, energy production, clotting of blood and muscle contraction.

Paneer should be a key constituent of diet for vegetarians as a source of proteins. It can be eaten raw and also as an ingredient in snacks like pakoras, sandwiches, rolls and cutlets. Its bland taste makes it ideal for flavouring as per anyone’s tastes. It can be easily paired and mixed with spices like jeera (cumin), ajwain(carrom seeds), pudina(mint) and pepper. Chenna, a variant of paneer also pairs well with sugar and is the main ingredient for many popular Indian sweets like rasogulla, rajbhog, sandesh and rasmalai.

Now, branded packaged paneer is also available in convenient packs. Packaged varieties also include a low-fat version and paneer flavoured with cumin, mint and some other spices.

We can conclude that paneer is highly nutritious food. It not only provides a number of health benefits but also is delicious and can be made in a number of ways. It is wholesome and can easily be categorised as a superfood.

Courtesy – Chef Manjit Gill.

What Types of Milk are produced by the Dairy?

Milk is a nutrient-rich liquid produced by the mammary glands of the mammals. As an agricultural product milk is also called dairy milk. Every white drinking liquid is not a milk. It is the plant base white liquid looks like milk.

a) Full Cream Milk.

b) Cow’s milk

c) Skimmed Milk

d) Toned Milk

e) Double toned Milk with less fat than toned milk.

All are pasteurized & homogenise.

Courtesy – Chef Manjit Gill.

Always there is a confusion between the Skimmed Milk and Toned Milk.

There no confusion they are very well defined such as the:

Skimmed milk- It is the milk left after removing the fat by skimming the cream. Now it contains almost negligible fat, may be 0.2% – 0.4% of fat. Skimmed milk is also called a non-fat milk. It is good for people like to have the milk but no fat for their personal choice.

Toned milk– It prepared and a recipe if followed or it can be called a blended milk. The skim milk powder, buffalo or cow milk and water in a particular proportion. It should contain minimum of 3.0% fat. It is nutritive values are almost pure fresh milk. It is a source of protein.

Courtesy – Chef Manjit Gill.

What is the Function of Milk in Osteoporosis?

Milk the best sources of calcium, and calcium is the main mineral in bones. Dietary calcium is one of the most important. To improve or maintain your bone health, you need to adequate amounts of calcium from your diet, to choose from milk is one of the best source. Milk not only rich in calcium, it also contain large amount of protein and phosphorus and they both are important for bone health. 

Your body maintains blood levels of calcium within a narrow range. If you’re not getting calcium from the diet, your body pulls it from your bones to sustain other functions that are more important for immediate survival.

Courtesy – Chef Manjit Gill.

Is Paneer and Cheese the same.

No they are not the same as we know that both are dairy products but the process of making them is different, to make paneer acetic acid is used to curdle the milk and the milk is curdled at a high temperature almost 85 -90 degree centigrade. To make cheese we require rennet (a complex set of enzymes produced in the stomachs of ruminant mammals) whereas Paneer is prepared by adding citric acid or malic acid, to hot milk to separate the curds from the whey. Paneer can be fried and grilled but cheese cannot be grilled or fried but it melts. And lastly they are different in taste and texture.

Courtesy – Chef Manjit Gill.

Sweets of India? Their Historical & Ritualistic Significance.

Current issues with sweet consumption in India and the way forward.

Festivities in an Indian household are always marked by sweets or mithai and the first bite is offered to Gods and after that mere mortals are given some as a prassada to cleanse the soul. The vast array of mithais in India have traversed a long journey over multiple millennia and have been inspired by ingredients, cooking techniques and tastes from all over the world.

Milk and milk products like curd and ghee have been vital ingredients of all sweets in the Indian civilization. A peda or a milk produced fudge is an offering to Hindu Gods, many of them food connoisseurs as per our ancient mythology. Payasam or kheer is a rice and milk porridge flavoured with spices or flower extracts is a traditional offering to Lord Krishna on Janmashtami (his birthday). Honey and gur or jaggery derived from date palm were the sweeteners used in Indian sweets before sugar became popular.

In northern and western parts of the country, evaporated and solidified milk, called khoa or mawa, is primarily used to make mithai.  Barfi and peda have khoa as the main ingredient.  Kalakand, rabri and milk cake have also evolved from this process of reducing the milk. Milk reduced to about one-fourth of its volume and then sweetened with sugar is known as rabri. When our ancestors in east India discovered how to curdle milk, to prepare soft chhena, the range of sweets extended to delicacies like rossogolla, sandesh, rajbhog, rasmalai and chamcham. Simple roasting of besan (gram flour) with sugar results in mysorepak, a traditonal sweet from the south of India.

Arab traders and settlers brought with them the tradition of Halwas. Flour, fruits, vegetables and dry fruits were mixed with sugar and milk or water to make halwa. Halwas can be prepared using cheap ingredients and have a long shelf-life. Turkish and Mughal influence is responsible for a variety our sugar dipped sweets – ShahiTukda, jalebis, Kulfi, Faluda, balushahi etc. Each region has many popular variants of these.

India consumes almost 28 million tonnes of sugar a year and this is much more than the amount of sugar consumed by China. India is also considered the diabetes capital of the world, with over 60 million Type-2 diabetes patients. Bothered about their health, Indians have started reducing consumption of sugar-rich sweets and our chefs are now using ingredients like oats, jaggery, dates and figs to create unique desserts that are both tasty and healthy.

Courtesy  – Chef Manjit Gill.

Paneer vs Tofu? Applications of Both? Which one is better and why?

Certain DIY (Do-it-yourself) check to differentiate Paneer from Tofu.

Traditionally, in India, cottage cheese or paneer has been a favourite food for vegetarians as a source of protein. Its dominance has been challenged in recent years though. Many health-conscious vegetarians have begun shifting to tofu (paneer made from Soy milk).

To make an informed choice, we have to identify our fitness goals and then look at the two in terms of nutritional value such as iron, protein, fat content, carbohydrate, calcium and calorie content.

  • Iron – 100 gm of Tofu contains approx 5 mg of iron per 100gm, while paneer’s iron content is just 0.1mg per 100gm. Tofu is extremely beneficial for individuals who suffer from anaemia and it can help maintain optimum levels of haemoglobin in the blood.
  • Protein – If someone is considering to build muscles or gain weight, paneer is a preferred ingredient. 100 gms of paneer contains approximately 18 gm of protein that is almost thrice the amount in tofu.
  • Fat – Tofu contains only about one-tenth of the fat content compared to paneer. It also has zero cholesterol. It is an ideal option for a person who intends to lose weight.
  • Carbohydrates – Paneer has a lower level of carbohydrates than tofu. Paneer is much better for a person who is suffering from diabetes.
  • Calcium – 100 gm of paneer offers 208mg of calcium that is almost double the amount in tofu. Its high calcium count is extremely beneficial for strong bones and teeth.
  • Calories – A 100gm serving of tofu has 62 calories and the same quantity of paneer is loaded with 265 calories. With a much lower low-calorie count, tofu is the perfect weight-loss food.

Both tofu and paneer can be added to salads, sauces and desserts. We can saute crushed paneer or Tofu with onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers to prepare bhurji. Diced paneer or Tofu can be sauted and then mixed with other vegetables for dry and gravy dishes. Paneer or its softer variant chenna is also used in a variety of Indian desserts and sweets like rasogulla, rajbhog, chennamurgi and rasmalai.

Tofu is a best source for soya protein which digested and absorbs in the body in comparison to soya nuggets.

We should keep our fitness objectives in mind and enjoy a little bit of both to stay healthy.

Courtesy  – Chef Manjit Gill.

White Butter vs Table Butter vs Margarine? Which one is better and why?

Certain DIY (Do-it-yourself) check to differentiate Butter from Margarine.

For the past two or three decades, the butter vs. margarine debate has been a big battle in the health circles. Paranthas, Sarso da Saag and Dal makahniare some typical Punjabi dishes that cannot do without dollops of butter nor can we imagine a typical continental breakfast without butter and some form of bread. Health concerns about the harmful effects of cholesterol have been one of the main reasons for the increasing market of margarine in India. Let us delve into the facts.

Butter is a dairy product produced by churning cream and contains animal fat. On the other hand, margarine, designed to imitate butter is made from vegetable oils. Proponents of margarine claim that it has polyunsaturated fats due to its plant-based origin and these fats lower cholesterol levels.  

Table butter or yellow butter is the packaged butter that is commercially produced whereas, white butter is typically the butter made in our homes by churning cream. Yellow butter is salted butter and contains high beta-carotene. We add salt to increase the shelf life of butter. Adding salt not only increases its calorie content but also the level of sodium level in the body. Moreover due to the presence of saturated fats eating yellow butter puts us at risk of high cholesterol. While as saturated fats present in white butter retain calcium, phosphorus and vitamins A and D. These elements and minerals are known to boost immunity.

Margarine contains trans-fats, which raise the risk of chronic disease. For this reason, trans-fat-free margarines are becoming increasingly common. Margarine also contains a high level of polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acids and some studies indicate that a large intake of these may promote inflammation.

We check the purity of butter by the following methods. Heat a teaspoon of butter in a vessel. If it melts immediately and turns dark brownish in colour, then it is pure. It is adulterated if it turns light yellow. Another method to check the butter’s purity is to heat a small quantity of butter in a glass test tube and then add an equal amount of concentrated HCl and a pinch of sugar. Shake the test tube well. If the mixture turns crimson or red, butter is adulterated with margarine.

To sum up, butter and margarine look similar and are used for the same purpose in the kitchen. While butter has a high level of saturated fat, margarine is rich in unsaturated fat. If you would like to eat margarine, ensure that it is trans-fat-free. You can also select one that is made of healthy oils like olive oil. Whatever you choose, butter or margarine I would suggest eating in moderation.  

Courtesy  – Chef Manjit Gill.

Loose Milk vs Pouch Milk: which one is better and why?

Certain home checks to check for adulteration in milk.

Most experts claim that milk is a complete food which is rich in calcium, proteins, vitamins and minerals. Regular milk consumption has been linked to muscle growth, repair and strength. Milk forms a major part of food in India, especially in rural areas.

For many years, in almost every household, milk was delivered at the doorstep by a local milkman. For generations, Indians have consumed loose milk.  Many raw milk enthusiasts believe that pasteurization or cooking raw milk kills some very important and nutritive properties of milk. Moreover, they think that pasteurization also kills the freshness and flavor of milk. But studies show that drinking loose milk can pose severe health risks. Loose raw milk is not pasteurized; a method that kills disease-causing germs like Campylobacter, E.coli, and Salmonella. Moreover, individual milk vendors have also been suspected of mixing water and even some other harmful ingredients in milk to increase its volume.

Fortunately, nowadays milk is readily available in pouches and tetra packs where it is properly packaged and pasteurized. Packaged milk is much more hygienic than loose milk. It is available in standard volumes and is protected against contamination due to dirt and microorganisms.

We can still check whether milk is adulterated or not by doing some simple tests at home.  One of the methods to check the presence of water in milk is by putting a drop of milk on a polished, slanting surface. If the milk is adulterated, it will flow and not leave any mark whereas pure milk will either stay or will flow slowly and will also leave a white trail behind. We can check the presence of detergent in milk by thoroughly mixing an equal quantity (5-10 ml) of milk and water. If the milk is adulterated, it will form a dense lather but pure milk will only produce a thin layer of foam. Another way to check adulteration in milk is to add starch. This can be done by boiling 2-3 ml of the milk with 5 ml of water. After a boil, allow the milk to cool. Then add 2-3 drops of tincture of iodine. If the colour changes to blue this will indicate that there is starch added to milk.

In a nutshell if we have a trusted milkman and are aware that the cows are properly taken care of, then only should we should think of buying loose milk otherwise the safer bet would be to buy packed milk from a trusted brand.

Courtesy  – Chef Manjit Gill.

What is Cow Ghee? By what names it is called in different part of the world? What are its application?

Who should preferably eat cow milk? Its religious link? Its health benefits? Myths associated with its consumption?

It’s interesting, what the ghee is called in India in different regions. It’s consumed pan India with different cooking applications.

Sanskrit: ghrit(घृत), ghritam, ghritham, ghrut, ghrutham, sarpi (सर्पि), Hindhi: ghī (घी), Punjabi: ghyo (ਘਿਉ), Haryana; tindi ghee, Gujrati: ghī (ઘી), Kannada: tuppa (ತುಪ್ಪ), Malayalam: Neyyuh, Marathi: toop (तूप), sajuktup, Bangla: ghī (ঘী), Tamil: ney (நெய்), Telugu: neyyi (నెయ్యి ), Urdu:ghī (گھی), khalis ghee,

Internationally the last process of making ghee is translated in their language and that’s “clarified butter”. It’s even called butter oil, drawn butter,  Arabic: samna (سمنة), samneh ( ghee), Egypt: samna (Real ghee), Brazil: manteigaclarificada (clearified butter), English: butter Oil, clarified butter, drawn butter, French: beurre clarifié, beurre noisette clarified butter, little burnt while clarifying is called  brown butter),

The first and the most important for me is that it’s must be called “Ghee” not even Desi Ghee and there is no English translation for this, the clarified butter means different than ghee. I write in English also Ghee always because there is no translation, in case we do it changes its meaning.  There are many food ingredients such as tejpatta, ajwain, maida has no English word, like even we accepted maida wrongly as refined flour, in dals they lost their character and started calling yellow dal and back dal. Let’s not translate. Let the world know our native ingredients with their name. We are learning international terminology like risotto, pasta, its varieties and many more.

What is ghee?

“I must confess, the most exciting and stimulating act when I cook. Always take the ghee in a cold pan and then place on low heat, watch every moment, that how ghee is melting, the colour changing slowly, from slid turns to golden hue and slowly a pleasant aroma of ghee fragrant. The whole process of few seconds gives the feel of purity, overall nutrition, satisfaction, fulfilment, building of ojas or physical, mental strength and stability”. This is ghee.

Let’s look at various forms of milk. Milk is a food. Milk is consumed as liquid; milk turn to be curd by culturing. Curd has many applications in cooking, consumed as it is, and churned to take out the butter. The whey is a cleansing drink call lassi or chhach (this is the real lassi). The butter is consumed on the same day as unsalted white butter, it has a much higher moisture content than the yellow butter. The extra butter is stored at room temperature, and it starts fermenting after few days depends on the climate and temperature. Now from this fermented butter by slowly undisturbed pot place on very low heat. It takes a long time, until starts caramelise and separate from the oil. In the process the sugar and water also evaporate. What is left once the milk fat, sugar, and water completely evaporated is what Ayurveda calls Ghrit(घृत) in Sanskrit or ghee in Hindi. Desi word is prefix when hydrogenated fat came in existence1930 – 1940 decade. This the most respected cooking oil is extremely healthy, with a high smoking point making it ideal for cooking. Can be used for every cooking method as bhunuing, roasting, baking, frying, braising, grill, etc. and various application, gives best results.

It is considered as the purest oil because of the process followed. That’s the reason it is offered to the God in all faith and belief. Evening burning in lamps for auspicious rituals, gives better fragrance and clean the environment.

Ghee is the most precious auspicious substance to use in cooking food.

I would like to point out that when Ayurveda was born over 5,000 years ago civilisation, there were no factory farms; all dairy products were raw, unadulterated, and from healthy cows living their lives in nature. It is our duty today in the modern world to choose raw dairy products from companies with ethical practices, where animal well-being is just as or more important.

More about ghee and its benefits in the next.

Courtesy  – Chef Manjit Gill.

What is Khoya? Different types of Khoya.

What are the different applications of Khoya? Which one is better packaged or loose Khoya and why?

Gulab jamun, barfi, pedas and gajar ka halwa are some of the most popular sweets in India. At the heart of all these and many other traditional Indian sweets is a soft grainy textured milk-based ingredient called Khoa (Khoya) or Mawa.   

Khoya was the best to preserve milk before industrial period, to provide nutrients of milk. Khoya is a form of reduced whole milk to solids, leftover of milk that has been boiled and reduced so that most of the moisture evaporates and it reaches a semi-solid stage. It is normally white or a very pale shade of yellow. Khoya being sweet by virtue, little sugar goes very well with Khoya to enhance the taste and that’s why it is a base ingredient in many Indian sweets.

There are three types of Khoya available in the market. Batti or Pindi Khoya is the hardest and has the least amount of moisture. It can be grated like cheese and has a long life. Pindi Koya is used for various sweets kinds of barfis and pedas. Chikna  or DhapKhoya is really smooth and has the maximum amount of moisture. It is mostly used to make Gulab jamun or gajar (carrot) ka halwa. Danedar Khoya as the name suggests has a granular texture. This variety of khoya is used in the manufacture of kalakand, milk cake, etc.

Khoya is chiefly used in preparation of a variety of sweets. It is also used as a topping for payasam and many kinds of halwas. Khoya mixed with powdered sugar, grated coconut, spices and dry fruits is also used as a filling in gujias, and mawakachories. Due to its creamy texture and perception of it being an ingredient that gives richness to the dish, Khoya has also been incorporated in many savoury dishes like khoya paneer, khoya matter, khoya kaju, makhmalikoftas, vegetable  Kababs, meat kababs and curries etc. Khoya, because of the hint of natural sweetness it balances the bitterness, astringency and pungency of the dish. It gives the thickness and good aroma to gravies.    

Khoya, being a dairy product, is good for bones by being a rich source of vitamin-D, calcium and vitamin-K; three nutrients essential to bone health. But, just like everything else, we must not forget that Khoya in excess, is not good for health due to its high level of fat content.

Courtesy  – Chef Manjit Gill.

What is UHT Milk?

UHT or Long-life Milk

Milk is a good source of nutrients for most humanity. It is a white liquid formed by the mammary glands of mammals and consists of all major nutrients such as carbohydrates, protein, fats, minerals, and vitamins. Fresh milk may contain hazardous microbes such as salmonella, e. Coli, and listeria and is prone to spoilage and degradation. This also makes it a key source of several food-borne diseases. Even if we ensure good hygiene and sanitation in its storage and delivery, fresh milk has a very limited shelf life.

Heat treatment increases the life of milk by destroying microorganism which is present in fresh milk. The most common method is that fresh milk is heated for between 72 °C – 74 °C for 15 – 20 seconds. This is known as HTST (High Temperature Short Time) or flash pasteurization. Then milk is packed in pouches and is safe to use for 6 -8 days if it is kept at 6 °C – 8 °C.

Ultra high temperature (UHT) pasteurization is heating of milk to between 135 °C – 140 °C for 4 seconds. The high heat destroys all forms of bacteria, and the milk is then filled in sterilized tetra packs. These tetra packs with aseptic technology keep the milk safe and flavourful for at least 6 months without refrigeration. But once it is opened then needs to be refrigerated and must be consumed within 6-10 days. UHT milk is considered to be long-life milk.

Both pouch milk (short-life) and UHT milk (long-life) are available in forms like full-fat, reduced-fat, and low-fat, modified and skim. UHT is milk is safe from microbes but the process of ultra-high temperature kills most of its nutritional values. On the other hand, HTST technique used for pouch milk causes minimal damage to the nutritional value of milk. UHT causes structural damage to protein structure known as protein denaturation. This change in protein structure also makes it difficult to curdle UHT milk and use it to prepare cheese. HTST technique does not cause protein denaturation.

UHT milk makes buying and drinking milk less worrisome to some people, but does reduce the nutritional value of milk. If I’m going to drink milk, I want to get as much complete nutrition as I can from a glass of milk.

Courtesy  – Chef Manjit Gill.

How is Ice-cream different from Frozen Dessert?

We all crave for a sugary dessert after a hearty meal. A cold and sweet dessert, an ice-cream, ticks all boxes for most food-lovers as a dessert of choice after a meal. But are you aware that the ice-cream you have been buying may not be an ice-cream at all.

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), defines ice cream as a product “obtained by freezing a pasteurized mix prepared from milk and /or other products derived from milk with or without the addition of nutritive sweetening agents, fruit and fruit products, eggs, etc.” On the other hand, FSSAI maintains that frozen dessert is a product “obtained by freezing a pasteurized mix prepared with edible vegetable oils or fats or vegetable protein products, or both. It may also contain milk fat and other milk solids with the addition of nutritive sweeteners and other permitted non-dairy ingredients. “

This makes it amply clear that all frozen desserts can’t be considered as ice-cream. The milk/dairy content in frozen desserts is much less than it is in ice-creams or it may even be nil.

It is hard to make out one from the other only on the basis of taste, appearance and texture. Both, ice-creams and frozen desserts offer comparable levels of calories per serving. Nutrition experts feel that frozen desserts prepared using plant or vegetable fat generally contain unsaturated fat which is healthier. But we must remember that the plant fat used will be generally hydrogenated or trans-fat. Trans fats is known to raise cholesterol levels just like saturated fat. This is associated with a higher risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

In the market, it is not easy to distinguish a frozen dessert from an ice-cream as the colour full front packaging would just highlight the flavours. As a consumer, we can only distinguish by carefully reading the label where the ingredients are listed, usually at the back. As per FSSAI, it is mandatory to mention frozen dessert if the primary ingredient is not derived from milk.

Courtesy  – Chef Manjit Gill.

Health Benefits of Skimmed Milk

Skimmed milk is a low-calorie and low-fat version of traditional full-fat milk. Many people hold this notion that nutrients of regular fat milk are withered-off from skimmed milk. But, this isn’t true as skim milk is prepared through the process of centrifugal separation where only fat molecules are extracted from the milk.

Check out some health benefits of skimmed milk that will encourage you to have skim milk daily.

  1. High in Protein
    Skim Milk contains all nine amino acids that are beneficial in maintaining lean muscles. Therefore, having skim milk protein helps to build muscles more quickly and further to maintain them well. Also, skim milk contains casein protein which is easy to digest. Therefore, having skim milk is healthy for those looking for a safe, natural and rich source of protein.
  2. Rich Source of Calcium
    We all know milk is the best source of calcium but did you know that skimmed milk provides more calcium than the whole milk variants? There are various tissues in our body that need calcium to function and having a cup of skim milk can provide 30% of daily calcium requirements.
  3. Aids Weight loss
    Skimmed milk is prepared by skimming off the cream that contains fat hence making it a low-fat drink. The absence of saturated fat helps prevent weight gain but offers the same amount of goodness as of whole milk. Therefore, having skimmed milk for weight loss is the best choice.
  4. Rich in Minerals
    Skimmed milk is rich in essential minerals such as selenium, phosphorous, magnesium, potassium, zinc, and calcium. Potassium helps in the proper regulation of blood pressure and heart function. Whereas, calcium we know helps build strong bones and teeth.
  5. Low in Cholesterol
    High cholesterol can lead to various heart diseases. For those suffering from high cholesterol levels or want to maintain healthy levels of cholesterol, switching to skimmed milk is a healthy option.

Note: Children under the age of two years should not drink skim milk as it does not have enough fat required for infant’s healthy growth.

If you are looking for skim milk in India or in Chandigarh, consider buying Verka Skim Milk. Pasteurised and hygienically packed in advanced milk processing plants, Verka skim milk meets the requisite FSSAI standards.

Verka Kheer – The Best Alternate for Traditional Sweets & Creamy Desserts

Kheer is the most endearing sweet dish in India and as mentioned in the Ayurveda. Kheer was also a part of the ancient Indian diet. Rice Kheer is also served as an offering to god to show respect and love. It has different names in different parts of the country. If we look back, it has been proven that kheer was a part of the ancient Indian diet. Romans used the sweet kheer dessert as a stomach coolant and also, as a detox diet.

Health benefits of Rice Kheer

  1. When Rice Kheer is made with natural ingredients, it is very healthy and comes across as a better alternative to other sweet treats. It has fewer calories and offers 4 grams of protein. Every 5-ounce serving provides a small amount of both vitamin A and vitamin C. Also, it’s a good source of calcium and low in cholesterol.
  2. It has a cooling effect on the body, which is helpful in the summer when the pitta dosha (the subtle energy that controls metabolism and can cause us to overheat) dominates.
  3. Rice is a great source of carbohydrates which helps in restoring your glycogen that gets depleted from the muscles after exercising.
  4. Milk that is one of the main rice kheer ingredients contains proteins and carbohydrates that help your body assimilate the amino acids which are required to perform all its important tasks.
  5. It can help you lose weight as well and is the best alternative for coffee or tea since it is very light.

Note: Avoid kheer or take in less quantity if you have poor digestion.

Verka Kheer is available in two flavours; traditional and kesar. Verka Kheer as a dessert is extremely delicious and when served chilled, there is no alternative to this delicacy. We all know that nothing can beat the insatiable pleasure derived from sweet delicacies especially during festivals. But, we all are aware that how adulterated sweets are being sold in the market especially during festivals that are harmful to our health. Therefore, Verka kheer is a healthy alternative to traditional sweets and creamy desserts like burfi, gulab jamun, ice cream, but like most desserts, should only be enjoyed on special occasions.

Verka is the oldest and most trusted brand in Punjab and mainly known in the pouch milk segment. Now, Verka manufactures a wide range of milk and other milk based products such as beverages, dahi, lassi, kheer, paneer, ghee, butter, cheese, UHT milk, powder milk , ice cream and Indian sweets. In addition to this, Verka also provides bulk packs of milk, paneer, dahi, etc. that caters to all your dairy product consumption needs. Explore the full range on Verka products at www.verka.in.

Indulge in Verka Refreshing Drinks to Beat the Summer Blues

During summers, sometimes we need a thirst quencher on the move that is a little bit extra than just water. Unlike traditional beverage mixes or powders, ready to drink summer refreshments can be consumed right after the purchase and can be carried easily on the move. These beverages not only help to stay hydrated but also have a refreshing flavour that everyone can enjoy!

Verka has a wide range of healthy and tasty thirst quenchers that can tickle the taste buds of all age groups. Verka summer refreshments are manufactured and packaged hygienically in tetra packaging that locks the flavour as well as the freshness of the drink.
Here are some Verka refreshments that serve as an ideal summer drink for parties and picnics:

  • Mango Raseela: Mango Raseela is quite popular in Punjab and one of the top-selling summer refreshments by Verka. This drink serves the best mango flavour with real mango pulp that can be relished all year around.
  • Nimbu Pani: If you are fond of having Shikanji, you will love the flavour of ready to drink Verka Nimbu Pani. It is an excellent thirst quencher and an energising drink for scorching summers. This drink is a perfect blend of sweet and sour flavour that tastes best when chilled.
  • Mango Shake: Verka Mango Shake is a great ready to drink milkshake in India. It is available in a 200ml tetra packaging and has a smooth and thick consistency. This is also a great choice for summer refreshments that can also be served at housewarming or birthday parties.
  • Aam Pana: Verka Aam Pana is a perfect summer energy drink that not just serves as a thirst quencher but also energises you from within. Having Aam Pana prevents the excessive loss of sodium chloride and iron due to excessive sweating. This drink has become a popular drink throughout Punjab and Chandigarh Tricity.
  • Choco Milk: Verka Pio Choco Milk is loaded with the sweetness of chocolate that provides energy to the body. Due to its rich taste, it is one of the favourites ready to drink choco milk in India that is loved by not only kids but also by adults.
  • Banana Sugar-Free: If you are fitness conscious and keep a track on your daily calorie consumption, then Verka Banana Sugar-Free is perfect summer refreshment for you.

All Verka ready-to-drink milk and summer refreshments can be consumed directly on the move or at home, parties and picnics. All the flavours come in an attractive 200 ml tetra packaging that gives you the ease of having it anytime with snacks or can accompany it with other food.

Enjoy the flavors of raw mangoes with Verka Aam Panna

Aam Panna is a famous Indian summer beverage known for its cooling properties. It is a perfect thirst quencher as it helps in fighting against the intense Indian summer heat. Due to excessive sweating, the body tends to lose iron and sodium chloride and having Aam Panna prevents the excessive loss.

Aam ka Panna is prepared from unripe mangoes and thus serves as a good source of nutrition. This drink is rich in carbohydrates, Vitamins A, B1, B2, and C. In addition to this, aam panna drink is a rich source for minerals such as calcium, potassium, magnesium, sodium, and iron. Nutrients like folate, pectin, choline are also found in it.

In some Indian cultures, aam ka panna is considered as an immunity booster and a tonic that increases resistance against diseases such as dysentery, tuberculosis and anaemia. Aam Panna drink is a healthy beverage that has a number of remarkable health benefits, some of these are listed below:

  1. Helps ease constipation
  2. Improves skin texture
  3. Reduces depression
  4. Prevents dehydration and diarrhoea
  5. Boosts energy levels
  6. Increases bacterial resistance of the body
  7. Helps fight diabetes
  8. Prevents cancer
  9. Great for eye health
  10. Improves digestion

Some of these benefits are explained in detail below:

Improves Digestion:
Aam Panna contains high amounts of fiber therefore, it helps in digesting food quickly and the presence of vitamin B helps improves intestinal disorders.

Helps fight diabetes
Mango is known to have a low glycemic index and thus does not increase the blood sugar levels if taken in limited quantities. Aam Panna brings blood insulin to a normal level and helps fight against diabetes or high blood sugar.

Reduced Depression
Vitamin B6 is found in mangoes that help in producing BAGA acid which helps in making central nervous system act as a neurotransmitter. Therefore, having Aam Panna can help to relax the mind and increases concentration.

Prevents Cancer
Vitamin C present in Mangoes helps in producing high amounts of antioxidants. And, these antioxidants protect the body from various forms of cancer such as prostate, colon, lung, breast, stomach, etc.

Healthy Eyes
High Vitamin A levels found in Aam Panna helps to protect eyes from various diseases such as cataract, night blindness, dry eyes, etc.

Note: Drinking Aam Panna in excess quantities may lead to high blood sugar, diabetes, weight gain or even diarrhoea.

Now you can relish Aam ka panna without looking out for summer drinks recipes on the internet. Verka ready to drink Aam Panna has a perfect balance of spicy, tangy and sweet taste. Verka Aam panna is available in 200ml tetra pack all over Punjab, Chandigarh Tricity and selective areas of Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and New Delhi.

Relish the taste of summer with Verka Flavoured Milk

Verka flavored milk is packed with nine essential nutrients; calcium, protein, vitamins A, D, and B12, potassium, phosphorus, niacin and riboflavin. These flavored milk drinks serve as a healthy alternate to carbonated beverages. Verka sweetened flavored milk drinks has a perfect combination of taste and health, conveniently available in a bottle.

Here are 10 Verka flavored milk drinks for toddlers/kids, teens and also for young and adults. 

  • Butterscotch: Quench your thirst and get energized anytime by taking a sip of this extremely delicious butterscotch milk. Butterscotch milk is one of the top-selling beverages from Verka Pio flavored milk range.
  • Elaichi: Cardamom is the queen of spices and having this Elaichi flavored milk can help you get rid of heartburn and indigestion problems. Elaichi milk is aromatic, therefore can also help refresh your mouth’s taste and provides a fresh breath as well.
  • Strawberry: If you love strawberries, you will be in love with the Verka strawberry milk. This is a scrumptious flavor that comes in a bright pink packaging and serves as one of the best summer drinks for a kid’s birthday party.
  • Pista: Pistachios are a rich source of protein, fats, fiber and various other nutrients. Having Pista milk can keep your gut healthy, lower the cholesterol and blood sugar levels and might also help in weight loss.
  • Badam: Almond milk is considered a healthy beverage in India and is consumed hot by many people before going to the bed. Almond milk is much low in fat but high in energy, fiber and protein. It contains minerals such as calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, sodium and potassium. Being rich in all the above nutrients, Verka almond flavored milk provides various benefits for a healthy body.
  • Chocolate: Chocolate milk is everyone’s favorite since childhood and has become an adult staple for its many health benefits, one of it being an ideal recovery beverage after workouts. Also, it is seen that chocolate milk is tolerable for those who are lactose intolerant.
  • Thandai: Verka Thandai flavored milk has a perfect combination of spicy and sweet taste. Whenever there is a change in the weather, our body is prone to loss of energy, catching a cold and indigestion. Thus, thandai is advised by the elderly as it is loaded with spices which help increase immunity and fights infections. Verka thandai is a perfect summer beverage that is not just healthy but tasty too.
  • Ginger Honey: If you are one of those who love ginger in their food and tea, you are definitely going to like the Verka Ginger Honey flavored milk. It has a tempting taste that will leave you asking for more.
  • Cold Coffee: For all the cold coffee lovers and addicts, now you need not worry about how to prepare and have it on the go as Verka brings to you Pio in Cold Coffee favour that can be cherished anytime and anywhere.
  • Kesar: Kesar is an effective tonic to beat the cold and fever. It is also known to increase memory, treat insomnia and other allergies. Verka Pio Kesar flavor comes in a 200 ml packaging that can be enjoyed on any occasion.

Verka Pio is one of the best known flavored milk brands in India. All the Verka Pio flavored milk drinks are hygienically packed in state of art facilities and also meet the requisite FSSAI standards. All the flavors are available throughout Punjab, Chandigarh Tricity and selective areas of Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and New Delhi. To explore other Verka milk products, please visit: www.verka.in

Tips to Buying, Storing and Cooking Milk!

We all are well aware of the health benefits of drinking milk but have you ever thought of how milk should be stored? How long does it last? What are the servings? Which milk is good for you – cow or buffalo milk? Which milk to buy – raw or pasteurised milk?

If you are looking for an answer to all the above questions, here are some easy milk tips to consider while buying, storing and cooking milk.  

Buying Milk:

  • Buy milk and other dairy products at the end of your grocery shopping as this will make sure that the dairy products won’t get spoiled during summers and you will end up taking them home in a fresh state.
  • If you are planning to store milk for long, consider buying milk with opaque packing or a UHT Milk. The transparent packing milk is prone to sunlight and can lose vitamins after exposure.
  • Once you take them home, place it in the refrigerate as soon as possible

Storing Milk:

  • Do not store milk in the refrigerator door as it is opened frequently. Opening and closing door again and again makes it prone to warmer air getting in. Therefore, always store your milk in the main compartment on the back side of the refrigerator.
  • Always store milk in an airtight container to avoid absorbing the flavours of other products stored in the refrigerator.

Always consider these milk storage guidelines to make sure that your milk and dairy products last longer and remain fresh.

Boiling Milk:

  • Do not boil milk on a high flame
  • Do not heat the milk repeatedly or for an extended period of time
  • Stir the milk with a spoon while boiling
  • After boiling your milk, refrigerate it immediately

Cooking with Milk:

  • Replace water with fresh milk to add extra softness and moisture to your bakery products.
  • To prepare creamier soups, replace water with milk.
  • Adding some milk into the batter can make your omelette fluffier.

Verka has a huge variety of milk available in pouch packing and UHT packing. Verka pouch milk is available in 7 variants; full cream, standard, toned, double toned, skimmed, cow milk and institutional pack. Verka UHT milk is available in 4 variants; Fresh+, Standardized, Toned, and Double Toned. To explore other Verka milk products, click here.

Why have milk and dairy products for breakfast?

Are you skipping milk in your breakfast by choice or because of lack of time?

Having milk for breakfast adds calcium and high-quality protein as well as other essential nutrients to your diet. Getting these vitamins and minerals first thing in the morning helps kick start on your nutrient requirements for the day.

Dairy for Kids:
Think about a child who skipped his breakfast and has not eaten for past 10-12 hours and is trying to focus in school. Breakfast is an important meal of the day that fuels kids with energy and nutrients that helps make them concentrate and perform well during the day. Milk also promotes bone health and kids overall growth & development. Studies show that those who have dairy products and milk for breakfast regularly, get more nutrients than those who don’t.

If you/your child is not happy having milk for breakfast, take a look at these nutritional dairy breakfast recipes and ideas:

  1. Eggs: This is definitely on top of the list of nutritional breakfast ideas. Make scrambled eggs with milk; add salt, pepper, capsicum and your other favorite veggies.
  2. Oats: Cook oats in milk and add some fruits, nuts and a little honey. And, your dairy breakfast is ready in a few minutes!
  3. Grilled Sandwich: Take whole grain bread; add some veggies, paneer and cheese spread. And your dose of dairy is added to the breakfast!
  4. Smoothie: Take some milk, add yogurt and your favorite fruit into a blender and smoothie milk for breakfast is ready.

We agree that sometimes there simply isn’t enough time to sit and have breakfast. And, for those who find it hard to prepare dairy breakfast and likes to eat/drink breakfast on the go, Verka does have some ready to eat/drink dairy products such as flavored milk, flavored lassi, mango shake, free banana, choco milk, and kesar kheer. 

Verka has a wide range of pasteurized milk and other milk products that are widely accepted in the market, explore the full range here.

Top 5 Ice Cream Flavours Best To Be Stocked In Refrigerator This Summer

Summers are here and we all know that it doesn’t really feel like summer has come until we have our first ice cream scoop!

Are you one of those who gets random ice cream carvings even in the middle of the night?
From fruity to zesty sorbet and from milky to tangy, here are top 5 ice cream flavours from Verka that are must try and should definitely be stocked in your refrigerator this summer:

  1. Roasted Almond: Once you taste this flavor, it will make you crave it forever! With a nutty crunch of roasted almonds, you also get the goodness of Vitamin E and other essential nutrients present in the almonds. Roasted almond has the best taste among the other ice cream flavours with nuts. Serving this ice cream to your guests will surely get you loads of brownie points.
  2. Pista: If you’re a big fan of pistachios, you’ll have a hard time sharing this ice cream with anyone. Pista ice cream tastes best when served simply in a cup or a cone during a lunch break or even a park walk.
  3. Cola, Milky and Orange Candy bars: If you’re feeling playful and want to revive old childhood days when an ice cream wala use to sell cola, orange and milky candies at our doorsteps, these are your go-to best ice cream flavours to beat the summer heat!
  4. Chocó Chips: What more could possibly be better on a sweltering day than a refreshing scoop of a choco chips ice cream! Loaded with crunchy chocó chips and with the goodness of fresh verka milk, Verka chocó chips ice cream is an ultimate flavor.
  5. Mango: Summer is the season of mangoes! If you are craving mangoes and you are out of these, then Verka Mango ice cream should definitely be stocked in your refrigerator. Mango is one of the best ice cream flavours sold by Verka in summers.

These are the best ice cream flavours sold by Verka that will bring glory to every occasion whether it’s a housewarming party or any other party; when you share these ice creams with your guests, don’t be surprised if they ask for a second ice cream scoop!

Verka ice creams are manufactured hygienically and prepared from fresh milk and other superior quality ice cream ingredients. You can explore all the Verka ice cream bricks, tubs, and other available packing here.

What is a Processed Cheese – Uses, Recipes and Nutrition

Long shelf life makes processed cheese the most preferred by consumers these days. Processed cheese is widely used in cooking as it melts easily when baked or grilled.

What is a Processed Cheese?
Processed cheese is prepared from natural cheese. A portion of natural cheese is melted, emulsified and held together with preservatives and salt. And, then it is reformed into various sizes and shapes.

Selection:

  1. Processed cheese is often available in blocks and in slices packed with wax sheets or plastic wrapper. Choose the according to your need and use. For example, if you are planning to bake a pasta or pizza, choose the block processed cheese as it is easy to grate. Whereas, if you are planning to make sandwich or burgers, go for cheese singles.
  2. Look out for expiry date and discolorations before buying the cheese.

Storage:

Whether it is processed cheese or any other kind of cheese, they should be stored in the refrigerator. The harder the cheese is, the more shelf-life it will serve.

Processed Cheese Nutrition:

  1. Processed cheese is a source of various milk nutrients including calcium.
  2. A large source of essential nutrients such as Vitamin A, minerals, protein, and much more.

Usage:
Here are 4 easy processed cheese uses:

  1. Sprinkle: Sprinkle cheese on your favourite salad, omelette or any other snack
  2. Bake: Add grated cheese topping to your pasta and pizza
  3. Grill: Make lip-smacking grilled sandwiches by adding cheese singles
  4. Spread: Use it as a dip for a snack or spread it on your  breakfast toast

Check out processed cheese recipes by Masterchef finalist Kandla Nijhowne here.

Verka Processed Cheese:

Verka processed cheese is colored yellow and is a hard cheese block. This cheese melts easily and has a smooth taste which makes it perfect for preparing sandwiches, pasta, cheese tarts, garlic bread or apple pies. Verka processed cheese in India is available in a 400g Tin Pack and Cekatainer in 100g, 200g, 400g & 1kg. Explore Verka processed cheese nutrition information here.

Tasty UHT Milk in India with Nutritional Benefits and Cartons Packaging for Long Shelf Life

In India, milk is considered the primary source of nutrition for everyone, especially growing children. To maintain milks nutritional value and long shelf life, UHT milk is produced.

What is the meaning of UHT milk?
UTH milk is ultra-high temperature milk prepared by processing the milk at high temperatures to get rid of pathogens. This process is used to produce shelf-stable milk preserved with nutrients without adding any preservatives.

Verka offers the best quality and hygienically packed UHT milk in India in 4 variants; Fresh+, Standard, Toned, and Double Toned. Verka UHT milk tastes delicious as it is homogenised milk and thus has a unique thick texture; creamier, smoother and silkier.

UHT Milk Benefits & Features of Verka UHT Milk:

  1. Free from airborne microbes
  2. No need to boil
  3. Cut open and drink UHT milk packaging
  4. No need to refrigerate until open
  5. Packaged in pre-sterilized tetra pack containers
  6. Stays fresh up to 1 day after opening if kept in the refrigerator
  7. Easy to carry and use while travelling
  8. No preservatives and chemicals are added during its manufacturing process

Verka Fresh+ Milk
Verka Fresh+ UHT milk nutrition is fortified with vitamins A & D.  Fresh+ milk provides essential vitamins that boost energy and ensures good health. This UHT milk packaging comes in a 500 ml finopack with a UHT milk shelf life of 100 days.

Verka Standard UHT Milk
Verka Standard UHT Milk meets the FSSAI standards. These UHT milk cartons come in a 1000 ml (1L) tetra pack with a UHT milk shelf life of 180 days. UHT milk preserves the goodness of milk by keeping the cream intact.

Verka Toned UHT Milk
Verka Toned UHT milk is excellent for tea and coffee as well as for preparing sweets and desserts. These UHT milk cartons come in 1000 ml tetra pack that is easy to carry even when travelling as compared to traditional pouch milk. Verka Toned UHT milk shelf life is 180 days from the date of packaging when stored in a cool and dry place.

Verka Double Toned UHT Milk
Verka Double Toned UHT Milk is ideal for health conscious people as this milk is low in fat. Verka Double Toned Homogenized milk stays fresh up to 1 day if kept in the refrigerator after opening. This UHT milk shelf life is 180 days and this too comes in a 1000 ml tetra packaging.

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Relish Ready to Drink Milk Beverages and Thandai this Holi with Health Benefits

It’s about to be the time when we all look forward to the most colourful day of the year, Holi!

If you’re planning a party this Holi, greet your friends and revive the spirit of the festival by serving delicious gujiya, dahi vada, malpua, and of course the famous thandai drink. If you’re staying away from home or don’t have enough of time to prepare beverages on your own, you need not search the Internet for thandai recipes, consider serving the ready to drink thandai by Verka Pio. When your guests are tired and they need a water break this holi thandai will instantly energise everyone to start playing with colors again.

A desi yet delicious festive drink savoured by Indians especially during Shivrati and Holi, thandai is considered as Lord Shiva’s favourite and is featured quite often in Hindu Mythology. Thandai is commonly served as a traditional drink in North India. Banaras or Varanasi is a hub for the thandai drink.

Ready to drink Verka Pio Thandai is rich in calcium, protein, vitamins, and antioxidants. It also has super cooling effects and therefore is the best thirst quencher as well as an instant energy booster.

Verka Pio Thandai drink flavour comes in easy-to-carry 200ml bottle. This flavour is available throughout Punjab, Chandigarh Tricity, selective areas of Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and New Delhi. 

Verka Pio flavoured ready to drink milk meets the requisite FSSAI standards. Hygienically packed in state of the art facilities, prepared with best quality ingredients and flavours. You won’t’ just serve holi thandai you will get praised for it too! Check out other Verka Pio ready to drink milk beverages here.

Ready to Eat Lohri Sweets, Snacks, and Milk Products Online

Verka wishes everyone a very Happy Lohri!

Lohri is a famous festival celebrated in Northern India, especially Punjab. This festival is celebrated with tradition, passion and enthusiasm with various perceptions to celebrate it. For some it depicts the departure of winters and for some this day is marked to pray for healthy harvest of grains. Whatever the beliefs may be, this day depicts the most wonderful start for a new year and the main theme of Lohri is the cultural celebration of the winter solstice.

Verka is one of the leading ready to eat food manufacturers in Punjab and emphasises on authenticity and includes all traditional ready to eat snacks and sweets which represent the fun, celebration and energy; the characteristic of the region!

Lohri is of utmost importance for newlywed and new-borns, especially in Punjabi families. With huge bonfires lit outside the houses, people gather around to throw popcorn and sesame seeds into the fire.  After this, people meet and greet each other by exchanging gifts and sweets such as gajaks and rewris.

Lohri is incomplete without the song “Sundar, Mundariye…Tera Kaun Vicharaa” similarly is incomplete without lohri sweets. Here’s our top pick of ready to eat lohri sweets which are best sellers and perfect to beat the winter chills on Lohri night.

  1. Gur Rewri
    Verka Gur Rweri will floor you with its perfect crunchy taste. Gur Rewri is prepared with high quality jaggery and other quality ingredients to make it melt smoothly in the mouth.
  2. Til Patti Gajak
    With perfect crunch and sugary delight, Verka til patti gajak is irresistibly yummy for Punjabi sweet tooth and exactly what you need when the winter food carvings strike!
  3. Ground Nut Gajak
    Often called Chikki; Verka groundnut gajak is an ideal winter snack with a nutty peanut flavour. This is one of the best sellers and people loves to relish it with steaming hot tea during cold days.

In addition to this, Verka has a wide range of ready to eat sweets like Milk Cake, Peda, Panjiri, Kaju Burfi and many more traditional Indian sweets that are prepared in hygienic conditions and packaged in festive boxes! Explore the entire range of ready to eat products and lohri sweets online here.

Panjiri Health Benefits for New Mothers after Delivery

If you or someone you know has just had the joy of delivering a baby, there’s much more to worry about that losing weight and getting back into shape! Let’s all face the established fact, it’s the diet that helps regain the energy levels and passes the nutrients to the baby through the mother’s milk.

After delivering the baby, the body undergoes tremendous physical and hormonal changes. You will find yourself getting hungry a lot more than before, as your body is now working hard to produce nutritional milk for your baby. Ad you breastfeed, your body required additional calories every day.

That’s where Verka plays a big role in helping you regain your strength and helping your baby receive the nutrition it requires. Panjiri is a traditional Indian dish, extremely famous in the land of Punjab. Having panjiri after delivery for new mothers is extremely helpful as it is considered a great nutritional supplement with healing properties. But, panjiri is not just for new mothers; anybody can consume it and include it in their daily diet, assuming they consume it in the right quantities. 

Let’s take a look at the panjiri health benefits for new mothers:

  1. Stimulates breast milk flow
  2. Helps in regaining the uterus shape by removing excessive fluid
  3. Boosts immunity and helps keep away the cold in winters
  4. Keeps the mothers body warm and cures backaches
  5. Nutrients help fight postpartum depression

Panjiri, being warm in nature, is most effective when taken in controlled quantities, not more than 2 times a day. If you eat low-calorie food such as khichdi, then you can have panjiri as sweet dish at the end. But, if you’re having a high calorie food, avoid having panjiri after that meal. Maybe you can enjoy it some other time as a snack.

If you are planning to visit somebody who recently gave birth to a child, there is no better gift than Verka’s Panjiri. It is prepared with desi ghee and other high quality ingredients such as flour, sugar and various dry fruits, making Panjiri a healthy snack that can be consumed without worrying about the harmful effects.

Now you need not search the web for panjiri recipes. With attractive packaging, Verka has a range of delectable ready-to-eat sweets! Click here to explore what Verka has to offer.

Packaged Indian Sweets Dishes, Kheer and Milk Products Online in India

Kheer is also referred to as sheer, a sweet milk pudding made with rice. As we all know that milk is good for health and also helps build up strong bones, therefore kheer is a perfect replacement for unhealthy sweets available at Indian sweets or bakery shops.

Kheer is prepared during festivals, in temples, and for all special occasions. It is such an endearing sweet dish that even the Ayurveda recommends it and considers it to be a happy food for good health.

Kheer is one of the Indian sweet dishes that have been getting a lot of bling in Bollywood as well. Served to soldier coming back home from war, new bride making kheer first time in the kitchen, mother preparing kheer for son after his exam results, kheer fits well in every situation you can think of!

To enjoy these memorable moments in your life, you need not rush to the market or surf web for Indian sweets online as Verka brings forward a ready-to-eat kheer, reasonably priced to satisfy all kind of pockets of sweet tooth consumers.

Verka Traditional Kheer is available in convenient poly-cups, varying in 125 gm and 200 gm. Whereas, Kesar variant of Verka Kheer is available in 200 gm packaging. Both flavours are available across all major markets of Punjab and selective districts of Himachal Pradesh.

Verka kheer is prepared from fresh ingredients in hygienic conditions and is a healthy replacement for mithai. It is available in two variants; Traditional & Kesar Kheer, both of which are available in affordable and convenient cups. This makes for the perfect on the go dessert as it is easy to carry!

A perfect after-meal delight fortified with the goodness of milk, Verka kheer offers high nutrition and great taste.

Gone are the days when you looked for Indian sweets recipes on YouTube! Verka packaged Indian sweet dishes are available across all major markets of Punjab and selective districts of Himachal Pradesh. All Verka milk products in India are well accepted in the market!

Celebrate Diwali with Verka Packaged Sweets

Preparing Sweets is one of the most important happenings before Diwali. Though there are many attractions for Diwali like crackers, new films, new seasons of clothing etc., tasting great Diwali sweets is always the prime attraction. Those days are gone when people used to prepare sweets a week before Diwali. We end up buying sweets from local sweet shops.

During Diwali days, mithai shops are all decked up with a variety of sweets. But, we don’t know what goes on behind the scenes of these mithai workshops. Quite often, in order to make bulk quantities of sweets, the quality is compromised.

Before you gulp down your favorite milk cake bought from that local sweet shop, let’s enlighten you with the food adulteration that is trending in the tri-city, especially during festive days!

It is observed in many surveys that the samples collected from local sweet shops are found to be using sub-standard flour and low-grade fats. Every year, the milk samples collected from these merchants are found adulterated with urea, detergents, refined oil, dry milk, and starch. Consuming sweets prepared with this milk can lead to skin diseases, hair loss, stomach disorders, and even liver and kidney problems!

Exchanging sweets on Diwali is a way of spreading joy and goodwill among both the givers and the receivers. You need to be careful while buying, eating and distributing Diwali sweets gift packs with your loved ones as adulterated sweets can ruin your health and can also disturb your relations.

Having Diwali round the corner, Peda, Kaju Barfi, Til Milk Cake, Kaju Pinni are some of the Verka’s top-selling Diwali sweets. Verka Diwali sweets boxes are available in bright festive packaging, which are most suitable for gifting purposes! Also, the high standard of packaging retains the quality and freshness of sweets that is highly appreciated by all our customers. With our ready-to-eat packaged sweets, one can celebrate any festival or special moment, without worrying about the quality of the product. 

Check out our full range of Diwali sweets online here.

Easy Snack Recipes for Kids using Verka Cheese Singles

School going kids need to keep their energy levels high especially when they are participating in extra-curricular activities for long hours. When the turnaround time between school and after-school activities is tight, hunger affects both mood and performance. Here, mid-day snacks play an important role in fuelling their tummies. But, it is important to make smart choices in choosing the right one.

Snacks have a big chunk of calories and it is important for them to be on the healthier side of nutrition. An ideal snack for kids should have both taste as well as nutrition and should keep them full until their next big meal.

This is where Verka comes in! Verka milk products are prepared in hygienic conditions and we believe in serving the best to our customers. With a range of cheese spreads, cheese singles, and processed cheese, you can keep your fridge stocked with Verka cheese products that are rich in nutrients, protein, calcium, and carbohydrates.

Check out these easy snack recipes for kids and see how Verka Cheese Singles can turn snacking into a next level.

  • Nothing can be as easy as this cheese toast recipe. Spread some tomato ketchup on a slice of bread, add chopped veggies, sprinkle some herbs and top it with Verka Cheese Singles. Finally, toast it in an oven and your smart snack is ready in 5 minutes!
  • This cheese omelette recipe is super easy and can be prepared in under 10 minutes. Once your omelette is cooked from both the sides all you need to do is add a cheese slice on one side and then fold the omelette. Tap it with spatula, press and wait for few seconds. Say hello to this delicious, cheesy omelette!
  • Cheese filled parantha is another great snack and this parantha can be prepared in no time! Roll out a thin chapatti and put a Verka cheese single on it. Sprinkle some black pepper, salt, and coriander. Now, roll out another chapatti and place it on the first one. Seal the sides on paranthas by pressing them softly and fry it on tawa, it’s that simple!
  • Time to reuse your left over sabzi from last night to prepare a 5 minute snack! Take 2 slices of bread and spread the vegetables on one side. Add a Verka cheese single and sandwich is with the second slice of bread. Now, heat the griller and place your sandwich in it, and viola! Your healthy sabzi cheese snack recipe with bread is ready!
  • A snack recipe with bread pakora filled with creamy Verka cheese. Place a cheese slice and mashed potatoes between 2 slices of bread. Now dip it into the gram flour batter and deep fry it. Serve these hot pakoras with tomato ketchup and surprise your kids with a cheesy treat.

These were some of the quick & easy snack recipes that can easy be prepared from Verka Cheese Singles. If you have a recipe that can be prepared using cheese slices then comment below!
Explore other Verka products and cheese variety at www.verka.in

Enrich the joy of Raksha Bandhan with Verka sweets!

Every Indian festival is incomplete without sweets. Whether you have a starter in your food menu or not, a sweet dish is always expected at the end of a meal. Indians usually have a sweet tooth and are quite used to saying “muh mitha krwaiye”. Sometimes they just try to find an occasion to indulge in sweets. Offering sweets in India is considered auspicious after big news such as graduation, admission or even when your board results come out! We are very good at finding ‘mithai toh banti hai’ occasions.

Mithai is also considered as a token of appreciation that Indians gift to their friends and relatives before and after attending weddings, and if by chance you forget to give this precious token, it’s almost considered a sin!

Local sweet shops and vendors that do not follow FSSAI standards often use unhealthy adulteration techniques to increase the quantity of their sweets. These sweets are then harmful for human consumption. Unlike these local sweet shops, Verka has a wide range of sweets that are prepared in hygienic conditions. For occasions like Raksha Bandhan, Diwali, Holi or Lohri, these sweets are a perfect buy to share and celebrate with family and friends. Check out some of Verka’s top sellers this season!

Bundi Ladoo:
If there were a national sweet for India, ladoo would be it! Bundi Ladoo is very popular in North India and is served by people on almost every occasion. Bundi ladoo also holds a sentimental value in India as it is given as parshad in all temples and gurudwaras. The best thing about Verka ladoos is that they have an adequate amount of sugar and are light on your stomach!

Soan Papdi:
Also known as Soan halwa, Verka Soanpapdi’s light golden colour and flaky texture melts instantly in your mouth and simply cannot be missed!

Dhodha: 
Dhodha is a sweet with a 100-year-old history and lineage. The birthplace of Dodha is Punjab, and Punjabis love food rich in ghee. Prepared from Verka milk, ghee and other Verka products, this sweet is for all those who prefer traditional flavours with authentic taste!

Kaju Burfi:
Made with pure cashew nuts, sweetened with sugar, filled with the richness of milk, decorated with silver vark and adored by every age group from kids to grandparents, Verka Kaju Burfi is a must have from our sweets range!

Milk Cake: 
Don’t make your judgement by the name of this creamy Indian sweet as it is much tastier than a cake! Milk cake gets its slight brown colour and fudgy texture by caramelizing the sugar. Milk cake is considered a classic and old fashioned Indian sweet!

Verka Sweets are also a great item for gifting purposes as it comes in beautiful packaging! Take a look at the full range of sweets at our website!

Spread Happiness With Verka Cheese Spread!

Summer time is here and a long weekend in August is about to arrive. All of you must have made plans with your friends and family for a vacation, picnic, pool-party, or maybe a house warming. It’s high time you try something new and give your taste buds as well as your guests a cheesy treat!

Verka Cheese Spread takes your food menu to another level with its 5 lip smacking flavors! Take a look at them below:

Spiced Cheese Spread:
Plain paranthas are prepared in every Indian kitchen and can be given a twist with Verka Spiced Cheese Spread. If you are travelling, all you need to do is roll your parantha with a layer of spiced Cheese Spread and satisfy your hunger pangs on the go!

Plain Cheese Spread:
This is a classic flavor that can be added to any dish like toasts, pasta, pizza, etc. These days’ kids are seen munching on a lot of chips, crispies and Nachos; and Verka Cheese Spreads can be served as a dip to make it more appetizing! This classic Verka product is one of the top selling milk products in Punjab this season!

Garlic Cheese Spread:
Verka Garlic Cheese Spread is a must try and will make you will fall in love with its creamy texture and garlic aroma. This spread can help you make cheesy garlic bread; all you need to do is apply a thick layer of this spread on your bread and bake it, it’s as easy as that!

Black Pepper Cheese Spread:
Black Pepper is considered as one of the vital spices in the Indian Kitchen. Black Pepper Cheese Spread can bring an extra punch to your meal making every bite worth it!

Red Chili Flakes Cheese Spread:
A cheese spread to add an extra punch to your meal. If you’re a big fan of red chilly and likes your meal to be extra spicy and cheesy then this is the flavor that you need to check out.

Verka Cheese spread is prepared from fresh Verka milk and has a unique aroma and creamy texture that makes it truly irresistible. We think it tastes best when consumed with crunchy bread, crispy potato fries or even nachos.

All the variants are easily available at all Verka stores, booths and milk bars with a shelf life of 4 months from the date of manufacturing!

Check out the nutritional value, composition and other details here!

Restore Your Healthy Bacteria Levels with Verka Dahi!

You must have heard this phrase “survival of the fittest” this is true in every sense as being fit is not a choice anymore, it’s a need. It is believed that the root of all our health problems is a poor digestive system, so, in order to keep your digestive system healthy, you must add some probiotics in your daily diet.

Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your health, especially your digestive system. Our body is full of bacteria both good and bad, and probiotics are often called good bacteria because they keep your gut healthy.

Let’s take a look at some other health benefits of consuming probiotics:

Lowers Blood Pressure

A strain of probiotics found in dairy and meat can lower your LDL Cholesterol levels. How? The liver uses the cholesterol to make bile and researchers believe that probiotics break up bile salts and decreases the absorption in the gut.

Keep Your Teeth Flawless

Probiotic, Lactobacillus reuteri kills the bacteria which causes tooth decay and also lessens the harmful effects of gingivitis. This gives a good reason to include probiotic in your daily diet.

Makes Diarrhea Go Away

A lot of people catch diarrhea while travelling and it is a common health issue, major or minor does not matter as diarrhea can be embarrassing and unpleasant. Do not worry as probiotic can also help to cure diarrhea.

Relaxes Your Gut

Yes, you heard it right if you are facing bloating, gas, and constipation on regular basis then there is a chance that you might have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). A cup of probiotic a day can cure IBS, after a week of consuming probiotic you will start noticing less bloating and more bowel movements.

Milkfed Verka has a variety of Dahi that comes in various sizes. Verka Dahi contains Active Lactic Culture and meets the requisite FSSAI standards. It is made from pasteurized Verka milk and packed in advance Dahi packing facilities. The shelf life of Verka Dahi is ten days from the date of manufacturing.

Checkout Verka Dahi variants here: www.verka.in

Which Milk is Healthier for you and your Family: Pasteurized or Raw?

In Indian diet, Milk and milk products are a main source of calcium. Tea is the most popular beverage in India, consumed almost in every house about twice a day. Milk is often used in Indian kitchen, mostly while preparing sweets such as Kheer, Pinni, Vermicelli, Gajar ka Halwa and many more.

Some prefer raw milk while others prefer pasteurized. Let’s take a look and decide which milk is healthier for us!

Raw Milk & Harmful Effects!

Local milkmen delivers raw milk to our doorstep, call it laziness or ignorance a lot of people that they still do not realize that the milk delivered to them is mixed water, urea, and in some cases even detergents are added. All these substances are used to increase the milk quantity and to make milk look whiter.

Despite knowing these adulteration techniques, still a lot of people consume raw milk which is harmful to health. According to experts, E. coli bacteria found in cow’s waste can easily mix with fresh milk if the cow is not washed in a proper manner which further can cause serious health issues such as Diarrhea, Vomiting, food poisoning, and life-threatening diseases such as listeriosis or haemolytic uraemic syndrome.

Pasteurization & Its Importance!

Pasteurized milk is considered to be healthy for a person to consume as the process kills disease causing germs, such as Campylobacter, E. coli, and Salmonella from milk.

Raw Milk Vs Pouch Milk!

Pasteurization does not reduce milk nutritional value. To put it in simple terms raw milk, gets contaminated quickly as compared to pasteurized milk. Even the slightest carelessness in milking the cow can lead to contamination of harmful bacteria which if consumed can prove to be fatal for your health. This is the main reason why pasteurized milk is preferred over raw milk.

Verka Pouch Milk:  A Healthy Choice for You & Your Family!

One of the trusted brands of Punjab i.e. Verka delivers pasteurized milk hygienically packed in advanced milk processing plants and meets the requisite FSSAI standards.

Give your taste buds a treat by trying different variety of Verka Milk:

  • Verka Full Cream Milk
  • Verka Standard Milk
  • Verka Skimmed Milk
  • Verka Toned Milk
  • Verka Double Toned Milk
  • Verka Cow Milk
  • Verka Institutional Pack
  • Verka UHT Milk

Verka milk is easily available at Verka milk booths and also at local grocery stores. Discover more about Verka Milk variants at: www.verka.in

Give a Tropical Punch to your Meal with Verka Mango Shake!

Mangos are known as the “king of fruits”; filled with natural sweetness and several vitamins which are beneficial for our health. Mango shake is the best refreshing drink to consume in summers as it contains the goodness of milk along the health benefits of mango.

Mango shake has a bad reputation as most people think that it is unhealthy and is not good for those who are trying to lose weight; as a matter of fact, it is not true! Mango shake is actually healthy for you as it contains calcium, proteins, minerals, and iron.

Having a glass of mango shake daily will make your kid energetic, healthy, and keeps active throughout the day. Mango shake is also beneficial for old age people as it prevents cancer, keeps heart healthy, and maintains blood pressure.

Verka Mango shake is affordable and comes in easy-to-carry tetra packing which keeps its freshness locked. You can drink mango shake anytime you desire by storing it at your home or carrying in your bag. This Mango Shake is available across all Tricity Verka booths.   

Take a look at some other highlights associated with Verka Mango Shake!

  • Verka mango shake is hygienically packed.
  • The shelf life of Verka mango shake is 120 days from the date of packaging.

With every serve of Verka mango shake you are consuming the following:

  • Protein: 6 g
  • Minerals: 14 g
  • Total carbohydrate: 15.00 g
  • Cholesterol: 44 mg
  • Energy value: 00 kcal
  • Total fat: 6g
  • Saturated fat: 38 g
  • Trans fat: 0 g
  • Added sugar: 5 g

Verka has a huge range of summer drinks that you can relish anytime-anywhere, check out other Verka milk products at www.verka.in

Verka Paneer: A Taste that you can Trust!

Paneer is loved by everyone and used in every Indian household; no function or party is complete without it. Paneer is also known as cottage cheese and is made by letting cow milk curdle and then sifting it completely. Many people believe that Paneer is hard to digest but it’s a myth infact it is light on stomach.
Paneer is an excellent combination of health and taste. It promotes bone strenghtning, prevents rheumatoid arthritis and is a great source of protein etc.

Take a look at the other health benefits of eating Paneer:

  • Stronger BonesCalcium deficiency can lead to weak bones which is a common health issue nowadays. Paneer is rich in calcium which is important for bone and cartilage growth. Paneer is a great source of Vitamin B for growing infants, elderly and pregnant women as it helps to absorb and distribute calcium throughout our body.

  • A Great Source of Protein
    Protein is essential  for functioning of our organs and paneer helps do that. By consuming 100 g of paneer you are receiving 18g of protein which is sufficient enough to fulfil your daily protein needs.

  • Weight loss
    Paneer is rich in conjugated linoleic acid which can improve metabolism rate and therefore can promote weight loss. 

  • Contains Zinc
    Zinc is an important mineral that helps your brain, bones, and kidneys to function well and also improves human immunity system. Therefore, adding Paneer into your daily diet helps you intake good quantity of zinc along with calcium and protein.

  • Rich source of B-complex Vitamins
    B-complex vitamins found in Paneer are helpful in various metabolic activities in our bodies. Some of them are following:

Vitamin B-12:  It is needed for proper brain functioning and also helps in absorbing iron.

Riboflavin: Helps in converting carbohydrates into energy.

Thiamin: It helps in converting sugars into energy in the pyruvate dehydrogenase system.

  • Rich in Potassium
    Paneer is a great source of potassium and should be included in our daily diet. Potassium is a very important body mineral, significant to both cellular and electrical function. Potassium is crucial to heart function and plays a key role in smooth muscle contraction.

  • Healthy Hair and Skin
    Thanks to the amount of protein, calcium, potassium, and antioxidant properties of Paneer it keeps your hair and skin healthy and glowing.

  • Prevents Rheumatoid Arthritis
    Every year, around one million people in India struggle with rheumatoid arthritis (swollen joints and pain), there is no treatment yet discovered to prevent it. Paneer is a blessing for those suffering from it, especially women, as it contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that help to fight rheumatoid arthritis.

    Nutritional Qualities of Verka Paneer
  • Verka Paneer has a uniform & creamy texture and is prepared from fresh Verka Milk.
  • It is packed in advance modern packaging facilities at Verka Milk Dairies, meeting the requisite FSSAI standards making Verka Paneer a healthy choice for you.

To explore other Verka Products, checkout our website: www.verka.in

Nimbu Pani – Favourite Thirst Quencher of India!

Nimbu Pani, a healthy and refreshing drink also known as Lemonade or Shikanji. On scorching summer days, Nimbu Pani should be added in our daily diet as it is considered a cooling and a refreshing beverage.

Here are some amazing health benefits of Nimbu Pani:

Hydrates Body:
Nimbu Pani is an ideal beverage for summers as it replenishes our body salts, essential vitamins and minerals. We must drink Nimbu Pani whenever we feel thirsty; it is an excellent alternative to carbonated drinks!

Helps Lose Weight:
Vitamin C in Lemon triggers certain chemical reactions that break down the fat to be used as energy. In addition, Nimbu Pani contains fibre pectin that keeps us full and prevents food cravings.

Cures Hangover:
Nimbu Pani is considered an excellent drink to cure the hangover. It beats dehydration, flushes out toxins, and replenishes what the drinking binge has sapped from our body.

Aids Digestion:
Whenever your stomach is upset, our guardians recommend us to have a glass of lemon water. Lemon is rich in Vitamin C and therefore it helps in improving digestion. Lemon water helps the liver to produce more Bile that helps to break the complex foods. Research shows that Lemon water also tames bloating, heartburn and diarrhea.  

Relieves Constipation:
Lemon water works as a lubricant that softens the food residues in our intestines, regulates the bowel movements and relieves constipation.

Controls High Blood Pressure
Nimbu Pani is great for those dealing high blood pressure.
Lemon juice works wonders for people with high blood pressure owing to its high potassium content.

Rejuvenates Skin
Vitamins andantioxidants present in Nimbu Pani help rejuvenate our skin by purifying the blood.

Verka Nimbu Paani is hygienically packed in state of the art UHT facility. It is available in 200ml & 1-litre tetra pack throughout Punjab, Chandigarh Tricity, selective areas of Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and New Delhi.

For more information, visit our products website: www.verka.in

Lassi: A Nutritious and Delicious Summer Drink!

Lassi is an age old Punjabi drink and is one of the most loved beverage not only in North India but across the whole country especially during summers. It is prepared from curd, churned into a creamy consistency by adding some water.
Lassi is full of probiotics which makes it a beneficial drink for health. Apart from this, Lassi has many other benefits listed below:

  • Healthy Sumer Drink
    Lassi is a healthy summer drink that helps cooling the body temperature during hot summer days and cures prickly heat. Sweetened or unsweetened, Lassi is very good for stomach, it helps to reduce summer-related gastro-intestinal problems and improves metabolism.
  • Improves DigestionLassi is a healthy summer beverage for human digestive system. As it is prepared from yogurt, it helps soothe the digestive tract, promote digestive enzymes and aids in digestion.
  • Cures Stomach ProblemsLassi is a cool drink for summer season and is good for digestion. It works as a natural remedy to cure the bloating in stomach and prevent stomach disorders.
  • Works as a ProbioticLassi being rich in nutrients works as a probiotic and helps to reduce cholesterol and boosts the intestines to absorb nutrients easily, improving metabolism.

Lassi is rich in calcium, protein, carbohydrates, Vitamin A, B and riboflavin. These nutrients make lassi a good energy drink to be consumed when a person feels low. The availability of high amount of nutrients in lassi makes it a good replacement of lactose for people with lactose intolerance.

Knowing the benefits of Lassi and its importance in every household, Verka prepares fresh Lassi in various flavors mentioned below:

  • Namkeen LassiSince ages, Namkeen Lassi has been really popular in Punjab. It’s prepared with common salt, cumin powder and other spices mixed with milk solids and water.
  • Sweet LassiVerka sweet Lassi is a healthy beverage for the people having a sweet tooth. It’s best when consumed after the lunch.

    Verka has introduced sweet lassi in various flavors including:
  • Rose LassiRose Lassi is a cooling drink that helps cure acidity. The aroma of rose Lassi makes it special and more tempting among other sweet flavors. Verka prepares this unique flavor of Lassi to make the experience of Lassi tastier.
  • Mango LassiWhen we listen or read the word mango, naturally the sweet and yummy flavor of the fruit comes to our senses. Mango lassi is an ultimate treat to our taste-buds during hot summer months of April, May, June & July.
  • Strawberry Lassi
    Another treat for summers is Verka’s Strawberry Lassi. This sweet and sour strawberry flavor Lassi gives the nutrition of strawberry and benefits of Lassi. This unique fruity flavored lassi can be consumed at any time of the day.

    Verka Lassi made from verka dahi, is available in 200ml tetra pack, checkout the full range of Verka Milk products on www.verka.in

Chocolate Milk: A Little Flavour and a Bundle of Nutrients!

Milk contains a unique combination of nutrients important for growth and development in kids, and for optimal health and disease prevention in adults.

While some like the taste of unflavored milk, others prefer flavored milk. With the childhood obesity crisis, many people have considered flavored milk unsuitable for kids due to high sugar content. Reducing the sugar intake from foods like sodas and candy makes more sense than reducing sugars from nutrient-rich foods like milk.

Why Flavored Milk
Flavoredmilk contains the same nutrients as white milk, yet contributes only a minor amount of added sugar to child’s diets. Soft drinks and non-carbonated sweetened beverages contribute 40% of the added sugars to the diets of children, whereas flavoured milk contributes only about 4% (~0.8 tsp) of added sugars.

Daily Calcium Intake
These days, kids are not very fond of having white milk and thus they fail to meet the daily calcium requirement that is essential for bone development and growth. Flavored milk is a low-cost, palatable beverage choice to help close the gap between calcium needs and intake.

Since many of the essential milk nutrients are difficult to replace, skipping just one serving of milk a day can put kids at nutritional disadvantage. Therefore, a study was conducted among kids of different age group and it was found that children prefer chocolate milk over the usual white milk and consume more overall, with less milk wastage.

Nutrients in Flavored Milk
Flavoured milk has all of the major nutrients found in unflavored milk – calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, protein, riboflavin, niacin and vitamins A, B12 and D and contributes only 3% of added sugars in the diets of children 2 – 18 years.

At a critical time when bones are being formed, only one in ten school-age girls and four in ten boys meet their calcium requirements. Those who compromise their bone health put themselves at risk for developing osteoporosis later in life. Verka Pio flavored milks give children another choice of meeting their calcium requirements and satisfying their taste buds. 

Verka Pio Chocolate Flavor
Verka Pio Chocolate Milk is hygienically packed in the state of the art facilities and meets the requisite FSSAI standards. Verka Pio is extremely popular across all age groups and provides calcium for strong bones and protein for active life.

Verka Pio Chocolate is available in 200ml Bottle throughout Tricity, selective areas of Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and New Delhi. 

Verka Cow Milk: The Best has Arrived!

Cow Milk has been known for its various health benefits and with increasing awareness, the demand for cow’s milk has also increased. The cow milk contains great amount of vitamins and minerals. Freshly drawn cow’s milk is yellowish white opaque liquid with sulphur which is a tonic for brain therefore, making a person mentally alert and physically agile.

For Infants, breast milk is best in the first 6 months of life, but in the absence of mother’s milk; cow milk should be preferred over buffalo. The percentage of volatile and soluble acids is greater in cow ghee, and consequently it is more easily digested. Therefore, cow milk, being easily digestible, is more beneficial to patients than buffalo milk.

Cow milk has less protein content than buffalo milk. The high protein makes the milk heavy and thus difficult to digest for infants and older population. 100ml of cow’s milk contains 70Kcals whereas 100ml of buffalo’s milk contains 100Kacls. So people who are on calorie restricted diet are again here advised to have cow’s milk to cut down the calorie consumption in the diet.

In addition, Dairy products especially milk is richly supplied with outstanding nutrients that are helpful for growth of fetus and health of pregnant mother. It is recommended for pregnant women to consume at least 3 cups of milk or other dairy products per day.

Verka launches its Cow Milk variant on October 1, 2016 at Rs. 42 per litre (500ml for Rs21). Verka’s cow milk is hygienically packed and homogenized milk with 4% fat. This variant will be available in Tricity (Chandigarh, Panchkula, Mohali), Jalandhar and Ludhiana. Furthermore, Verka will be expanding its cow milk supply to other areas of Punjab as well. 

For more information on Verka Milk products, visit: www.verka.in