Mustard Greens
सर्षपशाक
Mustard greens (Sarson ka Saag) are one of the most popular winter vegetables in North India. The leaves are pungent and slightly bitter. They kindle digestive fire and are warming. Traditionally cooked with butter/ghee. They alleviate Vata and Kapha. Verse: 31.
What is Mustard Greens (Sarshapa Shaak / सर्षपशाक)?
<p>Mustard greens (Sarson ka Saag) are one of the most popular winter vegetables in North India. The leaves are pungent and slightly bitter. They kindle digestive fire and are warming. Traditionally cooked with butter/ghee. They alleviate Vata and Kapha. Verse: 31.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Deepana (appetizer)</li><li>Vatahara (pacifies Vata)</li><li>Kaphahara (pacifies Kapha)</li></ul>
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