Seeds of musk melon that are usually dried, used to add flavor to rich Indian dishes and desserts. A cream white shell with a soft oval kernel inside. Magaz is the hindi name for musk melon seeds. These can be dried at home (cleansed thoroughly and sun dried) or you can buy them from the market. White melon seeds are more prevalant in Indian cooking rather than water melon seeds. With an outer shell of grayish white, these oval seeds find their way in a variety of recipes or can simply be roasted for a tasty delight. Seeds may be commercially available either peeled or intact in shells. Uses: Melon seeds added to the palette of traditional halwas, various sweets and cereals. In its paste form, it adds to the consistency of gravies for curries and when mixed with various nuts and spcies, it can be used as mouth freshner.
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- These Melon seeds boost the immune and cardiovascular systems. They are believed to help in regulating the healthy blood-fat levels and also promote wound healing.
- The properties featured in melon seeds are believed to help sustain healthy skin, nails and nerves.
- Melon seeds/ Magaz contain high amounts of antioxidants, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, zinc and protein.
- Kharbuja seeds also contain vitamins C and E, iron, calcium, omega-3 fatty acids and unsaturated oils.
- Musk Melon Seeds contain calcium, which is believed to be necessary for maintaining strong healthy bones and teeth, and is considered to help in combating osteoporosis.
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