Description
The round jaggery is taken and processed naturally to convert it into powder form, which is primarily used to make sweets and is often used with milk, which boosts immunity.Palm jaggery powder is a natural sweetener made from the sap of palm trees. It is also known as palm sugar and has a distinct caramel-like flavor and brown color. The process of making palm jaggery involves extracting sap from the flowers of the palm tree and then boiling it until it thickens into a sweet, sticky syrup. This syrup is then allowed to cool and solidify before being ground into a fine powder.
Benefits of Natural Palm Jaggery Powder (karupatti):
- It releases endorphins and relax your body and relives aches and cramps during periods.
- Palm Jaggery is said to be loaded with nutrients like iron which helps in treating anaemia by increasing the haemoglobin level and has magnesium which helps in regulating the nervous system.
Nutritional Profile:
Jaggery powder is a rich source of iron, magnesium, potassium, and other minerals, and also contains some vitamins. It has a relatively high glycemic index and is not recommended for people with diabetes. Palm sugar is lower in glycemic index than jaggery and has moderate levels of potassium, iron, and zinc but does not contain any significant amounts of vitamins.
Overall, both jaggery powder and palm sugar can be used as a substitute for white sugar in cooking and baking. However, their unique flavor profiles and nutritional values need to be considered in selecting which sweetener to use.