Source: nephrocare.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of an appetizer of German origin prepared with yogurt, salt, curry, chilli, poppy, cumin, paprika, chives, parsley, cinnamon

Ingredients
Makes about 20 balls (2 per person)

• 1 kg plain yogurt (about 2.2 lb / 4 cups)
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• Optional:
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • Cayenne pepper, to taste

For coating / garnish:

• Poppy seeds, as needed
• Cumin seeds, as needed
• Paprika, as needed
• Chives, as needed
• Parsley, as needed
• Cinnamon, as needed

Method

Cover a sieve with a cotton cloth and place it in a large bowl. Mix the yoghurt, salt and, if using, the curry and cayenne pepper in a bowl.

Pour the mixture into the sieve, fold the cloth over it and place a weight, e.g. a saucer with a can on top.

Keep it in the refrigerator for 24 hours, letting the liquid drip into the bowl below. Squeeze the yogurt with the towel.

Lightly oil a plate (to prevent the balls from sticking).

Use a spoon to form about 20 balls of mixture

Garnish them to taste (if necessary, dip them in herbs),

The balls can be kept in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Allergens

Cinnamon: possible reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Cumin: possible cross-reactivity in case of allergy to Artemisia and Composite

Curry: presence of mustard and other spices (check on the label)

Chives: possible cross-reaction in case of garlic and onion allergy

Poppy seeds: known to rare cases of allergy

Paprika: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Chili pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Parsley: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to spices, mugwort, composites

Yogurt: milk proteins and lactose

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Cinnamon: able to strengthen the immune system

Cumin: the beneficial effects attributed by Indian medicine to cumin in case of diarrhea and kidney stones are not recognized

Curry: able to strengthen the immune system

Chives: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants, it acts to protect the cardiovascular system and liver function.

Paprika: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system

Chili pepper: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, reduces blood cholesterol indexes and hinders its formation on the arteries. It contains vitamins A, D and E and is very effective in activating the venous and capillary circulation. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Parsley: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Salt: essential for the balance of body fluids and for the transmission of nerve impulses, it is however to be consumed respecting the limit of 5 g per day according to the indications of the WHO so as not to promote arterial hypertension and consequent increase in the risk of cardio-cerebrovascular diseases starting from myocardial infarction and cerebral stroke; to be limited as much as possible in the case of nephropathy.

Poppy seeds: rich in mineral salts (iron, copper, manganese, calcium and zinc) and phytosterols, which help lower the levels of “bad” cholesterol and have a calming effect on the nervous system, effective against anxiety, stress and insomnia, rich in vitamin E and B vitamins that promote metabolism.

Yoghurt: fermented products rich in lactic ferments that regulate the intestinal flora and promote the functionality of the immune system. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of probiotics, vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression

Safety / Intended use

Can also be administered in case of:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)

Not recommended in case of:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis (Inflammation and injury of the oral cavity)
• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)