Amar Agarwal Foods India (P) Ltd. Erode, Tamil Nadu

WHAT IS ZEERA RICE? Zeera rice is short grain rice which develops a soft texture when it absorbs liquid.   ALLERGEN INFORMATION Suitable for Vegetarians This product may contain a trace of nuts  

WHAT IS BLACK GRAM SKINNED (URAD DAL)? Black Gram - Skinned (Urad Dal) is the split black matpe bean without a husk. Dal is a principal ingredient in Indian cooking. It is cooked in almost every Indian home due to its simplicity and flavour. Dal can be used with a wide range of spices and can be cooked using different methods.  HOW TO COOK 1. Sort through and discard any hardened kernels. 2. Wash in 3-4 changes of clean water. 3. Soak in enough water to cover for at least 30 minutes. 4. Replace water with fresh water, bring to the boil and boil for at least 10 minutes. 5. Simmer for 1 1/4 hour or until tender ensuring saucepan does not run dry.   ALLERGEN INFORMATION - Suitable for Vegetarians - This product may contain a trace of nuts  

Known popularly as the India Saffron, Turmeric is one of the most important spices of the South Asian cuisines. It has been an essential ingredient because of the ability to lend its royal saffron color and its mild fragrance to the dishes. Offlate, Turmeric due to its benefits medically, has been gaining importance in the gourmet food selection also. 

WHAT IS SPLIT RED GRAM (TOOR DAL)? Split Red Gram (Toor Dal) has a mild nutty flavour. It is cooked in almost every Indian home due to its simplicity. Toor Dal can be used with a wide range of spices and can be cooked using different methods.   HOW TO COOK TOOR DAL 1. Sort through and discard any hardened kernels. 2. Wash in 3-4 changes of clean water. 3. Soak in enough water to cover for at least 30 minutes. 4. Replace water with fresh water, bring to the boil and boil for at least 10 minutes. 5. Simmer for 40 minutes or until tender ensuring saucepan does not run dry.   ALLERGEN INFORMATION - Suitable for Vegetarians - This product may contain a trace of nuts

WHAT IS GREEN GRAM SKINNED (MOONG DAL)? Amar 551 sources its Moong dal washed from only the best sources. Our Moong Dal is easy to cook and requires less cooking time. Moong Dal can be used with a wide range of spices and can be cooked using different methods.   HOW TO COOK MOONG DAL 1. Sort through and discard any hardened kernels. 2. Wash in 3-4 changes of clean water. 3. Soak in enough water to cover for at least 5 hours. 4. Replace water with fresh water, bring to the boil for at least 10 minutes. 5. Simmer for 40 minutes or until tender ensuring saucepan does not run dry.   ALLERGEN INFORMATION - Suitable for Vegetarians - This product may contain a trace of nuts

WHAT ARE RED LENTILS (MASOOR DAL)? Red lentils are arguably the most popular of the lentil variety being a favourite in dishes such as red lentil curries, stews and soups. Their short cooking time and ease of use makes them a family favourite. Lentils, a staple food in Indian homes and Indian Cooking, they are the seeds of plants of the 'Leguminosae' family. They posses the natural property of absorbing the flavours of spices added to them during the cooking process. Lentils are grown in warm temperate zones, and are an excellent source of protein and fibre. With an extremely low fat content, they make a healthy and nutritious meal for everyone and are a very good vegetarian alternative to meat dishes in Indian cooking.  HOW TO COOK? 1. Sort through and discard any hardened kernels. 2. Wash in 3-4 changes of clean water. 3. Soak in enough water to cover for at least 10 mins. 4. Replace water with fresh water, bring to the boil and boil for at least 10 minutes. 5. Simmer for 30 mins or until tender ensuring that the saucepan does not run dry.  ALLERGEN INFORMATION - Suitable for Vegetarians - This product may contain a trace of nuts 

Energy : 1353kJ/318kcal

WHAT IS LITTLE MILLET? Millets are grains that provide a healthier alternative to rice and wheat for daily consumption. Grown organically (without pesticides) these are some the healthiest every day food for consumption. Little Millet is one of the four major varieties of Millets and well known for its rice-like taste. For some delicious and healthy dishes to be prepared using our Millets, visit 'In the Kitchen' section on our website. 10 Health Benefits: 1. Millet is alkaline and it digests easily. 2. Millet is gluten-free and non-allergenic. A great grain for sensitive individuals. 3. Millet will hydrate your colon to keep you from being constipated. 4. Millet acts as a prebiotic feeding microflora in your inner ecosystem. 5. The serotonin in millet is calming to your moods. 6. Millet is a smartcarb with lots of fiber and low simple sugars. Because of this it has a relatively low glycemic index and has been shown to produce lower blood sugar levels than wheat or rice. 7. Magnesium in millet can help reduce the effects of migraines and heart attacks. 8. Niacin (vitamin B3) in millet can help lower cholesterol. 9. Millet consumption decreases triglycerides and C-reactive protein. Scientists in Seoul, South Korea concluded that millet may be useful in preventing cardiovascular disease. 10. All millet varieties show high antioxidant activity. A team of biochemists analyzed the antioxidant activity; all varieties showed high antioxidant activity.

WHAT IS KODO MILLET? Millets are grains that provide a healthier alternative to rice and wheat for daily consumption. Grown organically (without pesticides) these are some the healthiest every day food for consumption. Kodo Millet is one of the four major varieties of Millets. For some delicious and healthy dishes to be prepared using our Millets, visit 'In the Kitchen' section on our website. 10 Health Benefits: 1. Millet is alkaline and it digests easily. 2. Millet is gluten-free and non-allergenic. A great grain for sensitive individuals. 3. Millet will hydrate your colon to keep you from being constipated. 4. Millet acts as a prebiotic feeding microflora in your inner ecosystem. 5. The serotonin in millet is calming to your moods. 6. Millet is a smartcarb with lots of fiber and low simple sugars. Because of this it has a relatively low glycemic index and has been shown to produce lower blood sugar levels than wheat or rice. 7. Magnesium in millet can help reduce the effects of migraines and heart attacks. 8. Niacin (vitamin B3) in millet can help lower cholesterol. 9. Millet consumption decreases triglycerides and C-reactive protein. Scientists in Seoul, South Korea concluded that millet may be useful in preventing cardiovascular disease. 10. All millet varieties show hig

WHAT IS GRAM FLOUR? Amar 551 pure Gram Flour is made from 100% pure Chana Dal (Yellow Gram) and is perfect for preparing Onion bhajias, traditional potato and vegetable pakoras and some sweet dishes.  RECIPE SUGGESTIONS - PAKORAS (BHAJEES) Ingredients 500g Amar 551 Gram Flour 1tbsp Garam Masala 1tsp of fresh crushed ginger or puree 1 tsp chilli powder 2 sliced onions 1 diced potato Chopped coriander leaves ¼ pint of warm water   DIRECTIONS Mix all the dry ingredients tighter and slowly add the water to blend into a thick batter. Add the onions, potato and coriander and mix together and leave mixture for about 10 minutes. Take a heaped spoon of the mix and carefully drop in hot oil in a deep fryer. Fry for about 3 minutes until golden brown or cooked.   LIFESTYLE Suitable for Vegetarians   ADDITIVES Free from Preservatives and Additives   STORAGE Do not allow flour to become damp. Store in a cool dry place and never mix old and new flour.

WHAT IS FOXTAIL MILLET? Millets are grains that provide a healthier alternative to rice and wheat for daily consumption. Grown organically (without pesticides) these are some the healthiest every day food for consumption. Foxtail Millet is one of the four major varieties of Millets. 10 Health Benefits: 1. Millet is alkaline and it digests easily. 2. Millet is gluten-free and non-allergenic. A great grain for sensitive individuals. 3. Millet will hydrate your colon to keep you from being constipated. 4. Millet acts as a prebiotic feeding microflora in your inner ecosystem. 5. The serotonin in millet is calming to your moods. 6. Millet is a smartcarb with lots of fiber and low simple sugars. Because of this it has a relatively low glycemic index and has been shown to produce lower blood sugar levels than wheat or rice. 7. Magnesium in millet can help reduce the effects of migraines and heart attacks. 8. Niacin (vitamin B3) in millet can help lower cholesterol. 9. Millet consumption decreases triglycerides and C-reactive protein. Scientists in Seoul, South Korea concluded that millet may be useful in preventing cardiovascular disease. 10. All millet varieties show high antioxidant activity. A team of biochemists analyzed the antioxidant activity; all varieties showed high antioxidant activity.

An intensely strong flavour and grows abundantly in mild, equable climatic conditions where rich, well drained sandy loamy soil is available. Cumin's distinctive warm flavour is unique and makes a valuable contribution to many savoury dishes and is a vital ingredient in Indian cooking. Indian cumin finds worldwide use in foods, beverages, liquors medicines, toiletries, and perfumery.   HOW TO COOK CUMIN SEEDS? To extract the cumin seed's distinctive flavour you should lightly toast before use. The seeds can be added to meat dishes, built into marinades, thrown into curries and added to naan and rice dishes for example when creating pilau rice. It is a vital flavouring in Indian recipes with the majority of dishes containing the spice. The spice cumin is an important ingredient of commercial Indian curry powder.  

Coriander Powder is an essential part of most Indian cuisine. The leaves and seeds of a plant called "coriandrum sativum"; a member of the parsley family. Coriander Seeds is easily ground but its flavour and aroma lasts substantially longer in the whole form. Seeds are sweet and strongly aromatic with a slightly bitter edge, rather like orange peel.  

The universal spice of India. Chilli is nature's wonder with it's fruits appearing in different sizes, shapes and colours. The fruit size of some varieties is more than a hundred times that of others. Chilli has two important commercial qualities. Some varieties are famous for their red colour because of the pigment capsanthin, others are known for biting pungency attributed to capsicum. India is the only country rich in many varieties with different quality factors. Chilli is an essential ingredient of Indian food. Tempting colour and titillating pungency, both are contributed by chilli.  HOW TO USE CHILLI POWDER? Our chilli powder is ground from the finest chillies. The powder is a hot and fiery ingredient, a must addition for any spicy dish. As we all know it is used throughout the world in Mexican dishes like chilli con carne, Thai food and Chinese dishes. In Indian cooking chilli is a vital spice when creating the curry base.

Split Bengal Gram (Chana Dal) is a principal ingredient in Indian cooking, it is split yellow gram without the husk and is cooked in almost every Indian home due to its simplicity and flavour. Dal can be used with a wide range of spices and can be cooked using different methods.How to cook 1. Sort through and discard any hardened kernels. 2. Wash in 3-4 changes of clean water. 3. Soak in enough water to cover for at least 10 mins. 4. Replace water with fresh water, bring to the boil and boil for at least 10 minutes. 5. Simmer for 40 mins or until tender ensuring that the saucepan does not run dry. ALLERGEN INFORMATION - Suitable for Vegetarians - This product may contain a trace of nuts  

Invaluable in the kitchen, pepper is quite rightly known as the 'king of spices'. This spice, which plays an important role in cuisine the world over, is the berry of the plant PIPER NIGRUM. India has always reigned supreme in the production and export of this most exotic and sought -after spice. Pepper production accounts for one quarter of the global spice trade. Indian pepper had a profound influence on the European economy of the middle ages.Indian pepper is grown in the monsoon forests along the Malabar Coast in south India.  HOW TO USE BLACK PEPPER? When cooking with Black pepper it is vital that you add the spice at the end of cooking, if the spice is cooked for too long you will lose the pepper's strong warm flavour and aroma. Alternatively you can sprinkle black pepper over almost any complete meal such as salads, steaks, chicken dishes and sauces.

WHAT MAKES OUR RAJBHOG BASMATI RICE SO SPECIAL? The Queen of Fragrance and a Vintage MATURED Basmati. Amar 551's Rajbhog Basmati is sourced from the fertile foothills of the Himalayas. Generations of experience of cultivation, selection and ageing has created probably the best Basmati Rice - the preferred choice of Royal Chefs for centuries. Each selected grain is matured for at least three years to give you unrivalled cooking quality. The grain cooks to three times its uncooked size and has an unforgettable fragrance and uncompromising flavour - the true sign of 100% PURE BASMATI. The finest taste of India. HOW TO COOK OUR BASMATI Wash 250g of Royal Basmati Rice thoroughly and soak for 20mins. Add rice to 2 pints of lightly salted boiling water, boil for 10 minutes. Drain in a sieve. Transfer the rice into a serving bowl and stir in a little butter or margarine (whichever is preferred) to maintain separation of grain - then serve. ALLERGEN INFORMATION Suitable for Vegetarians This product may contain a trace of nuts

WHAT IS BARNYARD MILLET? Millets are grains that provide a healthier alternative to rice and wheat for daily consumption. Grown organically (without pesticides) these are some the healthiest every day food for consumption. Barnyard Millet is one of the four major varieties of Millets and most widely accepted variety as well. For some delicious and healthy dishes to be prepared using our Millets, visit 'In the Kitchen' section on our website. 10 Health Benefits: 1. Millet is alkaline and it digests easily. 2. Millet is gluten-free and non-allergenic. A great grain for sensitive individuals. 3. Millet will hydrate your colon to keep you from being constipated. 4. Millet acts as a prebiotic feeding microflora in your inner ecosystem. 5. The serotonin in millet is calming to your moods. 6. Millet is a smartcarb with lots of fiber and low simple sugars. Because of this it has a relatively low glycemic index and has been shown to produce lower blood sugar levels than wheat or rice. 7. Magnesium in millet can help reduce the effects of migraines and heart attacks. 8. Niacin (vitamin B3) in millet can help lower cholesterol. 9. Millet consumption decreases triglycerides and C-reactive protein. Scientists in Seoul, South Korea concluded that millet may be useful in preventing cardiovascular disease. 10. All millet varieties show high antioxidant activity. A team of biochemists analyzed the antioxidant activity; all varieties showed high antioxidant activity.

We are offering spices. The use of spices in the preparation of food goes back to time immemorial and is still a determining factor in the quality of many food products today. We at aa foods have been catering to the demands of indian and overseas customers for over 30 years now and supplying them with the finest and purest indian spices. So open a pack of amar 551 spice and become a part of a legacy of spice lovers.

Whether yellow, black, brown, red, green, blue, whole or split, these crafty pulses are always whole-foods. Lentils and beans are high in fibre and protein with low levels of fat. Put simply, they’re good for you. This many advantages meant that Amar 551 was among the first brands to process and pack the best and purest pulses for its customers. So why wait, gift yourself a pack of wholesome health, gift yourself the goodness of Amar 551 Pulses.

The cultivation of grain crops allowed our ancestors, for the first time in history, to have a little ‘me time’. With the help of grain cultivation, architecture, music, art and culture germinated, with a salute to the sun. In recognition of the importance of grains, we source a wide variety of different kinds to suit our broad customer requirements.

If we had to choose 2 words to describe the flours from the house of Amar 551, they would be PURE and NATURAL. With the highest quality of grains being milled in our silos, we have the advantage of presenting our customers with legendary standards of flours. With the adulteration on rise, it has been a very pleasant experience for the users of our flours, having made available the finest quality of Pure and Hygienic flours freshly packed for their comfort.

Millet provides a host of nutrients, has a sweet nutty flavor, and is considered to be one of the most digestible and non-allergenic grains available. Read the following benefit of millets yourselves and decide if it time to take a decision for a healthier lifestyle.