Butterfly pea flowers, called Shangupushpam in Malayalam, are most commonly seen on backyard fences. Well known for their bright blue hues and sharp white lines, these flowers have long been recognized in literature as symbols of timeless beauty. This flower is also known for its immense health benefits and is used as a key ingredient in various Ayurvedic medicines.
Herbal teas made from butterfly pea flowers are considered as medicines for several health problems. The rich anti-Western properties of this beverage are beneficial for the skin and hair. The presence of acetylcholine helps improve brain and memory function. This flower also serves as a rich source of peptides and chloride, which can help treat cancer. This small flower is also used as a medicine for body aches, high blood pressure, diabetes, and even hormonal imbalances.
It is also very versatile and has few side effects, making it very likely that you can add it to your diet. But why not use the flower as an ingredient to give your favorite dishes a blue twist? Some of the latest experiments making the rounds online include adding butterfly pea flower extract to the batter. I have a blue dosa to make. This video shared by Instagram influencer Jyoti Kalburgi has gone viral on the internet.
It starts with her boiling water and adding some flowers and the water turns deep blue. Next, strain this dark blue extract into a bowl and add the dosa batter. When mixed, the batter will turn blueish. Next, place the tawa or pot on the stove and make the dosa. Ladle a spoonful of the batter and spread it out into a circular shape. The beautiful crispy dosas are later served with chutneys.
This video received hundreds of thousands of viewers. Many people have commented that it is a healthy dish, while several others have expressed that they would like to try this dish. The description also shows Jyoti saying that although the dosa looks green, the taste remains almost the same. So why not try these butterfly pea flower recipes?