Savory

SCIENTIFIC NAME :
Satureja Hortensis

MEDICINAL VALUE :
An infusion of savory leaves treats gastric upsets, indigestion and loss of appetite. Savory has aromatic and caarminative properties.

NUTRIENT VALUE :
contains essential volatile oils, minerals, vitamin A, B, C etc.

CULINERY AND OTHER VALUES :
Savory finds application as flavouring agent in soups, sauces, salad dishes, canned meat etc.

GLOSSARY :
English : Savory
Hindi : Namkeen
Marathi : Thikat