MAPAA’s Bikaneri Dry Sangri pods grow on the khejri tree, which is a thorny evergreen that grows to around 5 meters in height. The slender pods are green when unripe, and turn a chocolate brown upon maturing. Each pod measures from 8 centimeters to 25 centimeters in length.
The pods contain as many as 25 oval-shaped seeds embedded in a sweet, dry, yellow pulp. Sangri pods offer an earthy, nutty flavor that has spice-like notes of cinnamon and mocha. Sangri is rich in minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, zinc, and iron.
They are a good source of protein and dietary fiber. Bikaneri Sangri pods also contain a moderate amount of saponins, which help to boost the immune system and lower cholesterol levels in the blood. Sangri, botanically known as Prosopis cineraria, grows in dry, arid desert regions.
Jain community is the highest consumer of this product in India. Bikaneri Dry Sangri is the bean-like pods of the khejri tree, which is a member of the pea family.
All parts of the khejri tree, from the bark to flowers and leaves, are edible. Si pods, also known as “Desert Beans”, are used as a vegetable, and are particularly prized for their unique taste and nutritional benefits Bikaneri Sangri is grown in the Rajasthan Thar desert on the Khejri tree. It is Handpicked for the best quality
•Sangri is a traditional Rajasthani dish made of locally sourced ingredients.
•Bikaneri Dry Sangri can be cooked any time of the year
•MAPAA’s Bikaneri Dry Sangri is also used to make pickles and sabzi
•It can be stored for 9 months
