The culinary delights of edible flowers Flowers are one of the wonderful creations of nature. They are known for their beauty, fragrance and various properties. Flowers are not only important for the environment and ecosystem, but are also an integral part of many cultures, religious rituals and special occasions in life. Apart from this, many flowers also have medicinal and food uses.

The beauty, uses and properties of flowers make them special. Be it their beauty, wonderful fragrance or their medicinal and edible properties..flowers enrich our lives in many ways. Today we are going to tell you about some such flowers from which delicious food items are made.

Flowers have many qualities

Flowers are considered synonymous with beauty. Their Natural fragrance captivates the mind. Flowers are used in many ways. They also have religious significance and flowers are offered to God during worship and auspicious occasions, garlands are made of them and there are other uses too. Flowers are especially used as decoration. Flower decoration is done in weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, festivals or other events. But many There are flowers which are also used to make food items. Today we will talk about some such flowers.

These flowers are used in various food items

1. Rose (Rose)

• Use: Rose petals are used in sweets, desserts and beverages. It is widely used in gulkand, sherbet, ice cream and cakes.
• Method:
  • Gulkand: It is prepared by mixing rose petals with sugar.
  • Rose Sharbat: Syrup is made from rose petals and used.

2. Sunflower (Sunflower)

• Use: Sunflower oil is extracted from sunflower flowers and is used as edible oil.
• Method:
  • Sunflower oil: Used for cooking and frying.

3. Saffron (Saffron – Crocus Sativus)

• Use: Saffron strands are used for color and flavor in various sweets, biryani, pulao, and beverages.
• Method:
  • It is soaked in hot water or milk and then added to food items.

4. Marigold (Marigold)

• Use: Marigold is used as a garnish in teas and salads, and adds color and a slightly bitter flavor to food.
• Method:
  • The flowers are used as a garnish on salads or as a flavouring in tea.

5. the lotus (Lotus)

• Use: Lotus seeds and flowers are used in salads, tea, and desserts.
• Method:
  • Lotus seeds (makhana) are eaten roasted or cooked, and the flower can be used in tea. Lotus cucumber is used to make vegetables and various foods.

6. Fennel Of Flower (Fennel Flower)

• Use: Fennel flowers are used in sweets and beverages.
• Method:
  • The flowers are used for decoration and flavouring in salads, tea, and desserts.

7. Purple Flower (Lavender)

• Use: Lavender flowers are used in baking, salads, teas, and desserts. It is famous for its aroma and mild flavor.
• Method:
  • Lavender Tea: The flowers are dried and used as tea.
  • Baking: Added to cookies and cakes for flavor.

8. Hibiscus (Hibiscus)

• Use: Hibiscus is used in tea, sherbet, and salads.
• Method:
  • Hibiscus Sharbat: The flowers are boiled to make syrup, which is then added to the sherbet.
  • Hibiscus tea: The flowers are dried and used as tea.

9. violet (Violet)

• Use: Violet is used for decoration and flavouring in sweets, salads, and beverages.
• Method:
  • The flowers are candied (preserved in sugar) and used in cakes, ice cream, and desserts.

10. Jasmine (Jasmine)

• Use: Jasmine is used in tea and sherbet.
• Method:
  • Jasmine Tea: Jasmine flowers are used in green tea or herbal tea.

These flowers are used for decoration, taste and fragrance in food. Their proper use enhances the beauty and taste of food items.

(Disclaimer: This article is based on general information. We do not make any claim regarding it.)