Super Food of Uttarakhand - 100% Pure Bhangjeera Seeds (Perilla frutescens)

Harvested from the upper reaches of Uttarakhand, Bhangjeera or Perilla frutescens is an annual herb belonging to the mint family rich in Omega 3 and essential fatty acids. It is said that biological analysis of Perilla seeds revealed that it showed anticancer, ant-diabetic, antiasthma, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and cardioprotective effect.
In Uttarakhand, Perilla seeds are roasted and ground with salt, chilis, and tomatoes to make a savoury dip/side dish or chutney. In Manipur the grounded roasted seeds are used in a salad called Singju. They are also pounded with ginger and other herbs, and made into balls, eaten as salad.