Why is sauce and pickle found in every home?

In fact the most important reason whey sauce and pickle are found almost in every home is their shelf life.  Well-prepared pickles can last for months and their taste and tanginess remains as fresh as when they are made on the first day.

Making pickles and sauces is one way of preserving a host of vegetables, fruits, herbs and spices for months together without storing them in refrigerators. Remember our old, old forefathers did not have freezing machines in their times.

This explains why sauces and pickles are quite often used as the only ‘dish’ with the chappattis or even bread slices especially when the housewife is not in a mood to cook vegetables or during emergencies.

As mentioned above, the ingredients of sauce and pickle have immense medicinal value. The Indian rulers- rajas, maharajas, sultans and nawabs- all ate them regularly not only for their taste but also for their health and nutritional benefits.

Here are the medicinal benefits of some of spices and herbs used in the pickles and sauces by Everest Foods:

Turmeric

 One of the most nutritional supplements in the world, its main ingredient curcumin is known for its powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and brain-derived neurotrophic properties. It strengthens the functions of brain and lowers the risk of brain and heart related diseases.

Fennel seeds- methi

Fennel is one of the most popular ingredients in pickles. It is useful for curing anaemia, respiratory disorders, indigestion, diarrhoea, flatulence, mental disorders colic and visual problems.

Vinegar

Vinegar, especially apple cider vinegar, is rich in acetic acid which has strong biological benefits. It is a powerful antimicrobial agent, which means it kills a variety of harmful bacteria. It reduces blood sugar levels in diabetes patients and also helps in weight loss.