No Silver – Serve on a Silver Platter
Kaju Katli, a treasured Indian sweet, is more than just a delicious dessert – it embodies a rich journey, cultural heritage, and unique nourishment. Made from cashew, this sweet treat reflects a story of resilience and tradition that stretches across continents.
From the Jungles to India: The Cashew’s Remarkable Journey
The cashew’s journey began in the remote forests along the Brazil-Venezuela border. This “perpetual seed” traveled across oceans to the coast of India, where it found a new life. Unlike most foods, the cashew cannot be eaten straight from the tree. It needs to be roasted over fire – twice! Thus it earned its reputation as a “hard nut to crack.” In just a century, this nut has transformed into a staple for millions, now enjoyed by crores of people across the world.
No Silver – Serve on a Silver Platter
In India, Kaju Katli is often served on silver plates, a symbol of its elevated status. Though the sweet itself contains no silver, the tradition of serving it this way highlights the respect and celebration associated with it. Each piece of Kaju Katli reflects more than flavor. It is a treat that carries significance, served with reverence and enjoyed with gratitude.
A Sweet for Strength and Well-Being
Cashew is uniquely suited for human nourishment, integrating fully with the body without waste. This special quality makes Kaju Katli a symbol of “aayuh” (longevity) and “bala” (strength). As it reaches people worldwide, the cashew has become a gift from nature, multiplied and made accessible for the well-being of all.
Gratitude for the Producers
Behind each bite of Kaju Katli is the dedication of cashew producers. It is them who bring this unique nut to life, making it available for celebrations, traditions, and health. Their work has turned this simple seed into a global symbol of nourishment and joy.
So, the next time you savour a piece of Kaju Katli, remember it’s not just a sweet. It’s the legacy of a nut that crossed continents, transformed by fire and tradition – to bring strength, joy, and gratitude to every celebration.
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“It’s Diwali season and I’m trying popular Diwali sweets to see which ones spike my blood sugar the most. Today I’m trying 4 pieces of Kaju Katli, about how much I would normally have. 50 grams in total, 225 calories. Let’s see what happens. Last piece. Let’s see what my glucose monitor says 38 mg increase. Just 4 tiny pieces of Kaju Katli leading to this type of increase is not less. But on the bright side, it is lesser compared to when I had 2 Gulab Jamuns which had increased my blood sugar levels by 46 mg. But you know one thing I’ve noticed, whenever I have fruits with simple sugars, they tend to increase my blood sugar levels by similar amounts. For example, 1 plate of watermelon, 48 mg. 2 apples, 40 mg increase.“
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