Description of an exotic plant and peculiarities of growth. The composition of the Murumuru astrokarium and its healing properties. Harm from excessive use and contraindications for use. Dish recipes. In case of poisoning with astrokarium murumuru, it is necessary to call an ambulance and support the patient before the arrival of doctors. You should put him on his back, drink plenty of salted water and give a laxative. You can use an enema with a potassium permanganate solution to cleanse the lower intestine.
How the fruits of the Murumuru Astrocarium are eaten
The process of harvesting the fruit itself is quite complicated, since the palm tree is covered with long thorns. The bunches are collected using a machete. It is important not to damage the berries. Fresh, they are stored for only 2-3 days, provided they are kept in a cool, shaded place.
Young leaves are also used in cooking. To do this, they should be heat treated: boil in salted water. You can use the plant as an independent snack or as a side dish for veal, lamb, poultry and fish.
The nutritious oil is obtained by cold pressing the kernels of the berries. Before this, the fruits are washed, after drying in the sun, the seeds are removed from the pulp, fried and the kernels are removed from the shell. The oil can be filtered using a clean cloth or paper.
The product is stored for a year in a shaded place at a temperature not exceeding 20 degrees. Margarine is made on the basis of the resulting oil. It has a pungent flavor and is relatively low in calories.
Murumuru Astrocarium recipes
The fruits are characterized by a delicate musky aroma. The pulp of the berries can be added raw to food. It is juicy and has a sweet and sour taste, vaguely reminiscent of a melon. It is added to alcoholic and soft drinks, baked goods, fruit salads and puddings.
Below are the recipes with Murumuru Astrocarium:
- Sweet soup … 2 kilograms of astrocarium pulp murumuru get rid of bones and combine with 1/4 cup low-fat sour cream, two tablespoons of honey, 4 teaspoons of lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Beat thoroughly in a blender. Rub the ingredients through a sieve and place in the refrigerator for an hour. Bring 3 tablespoons of sugar and 3/4 cup of filtered water to a boil, stirring regularly. Cook for about 7 minutes. Then the syrup is removed from the stove and 4 sprigs of tarragon are added. After that, it is combined with the rest of the ingredients, mixed and placed in the refrigerator again. The soup is served cold, decorated with mint petals and slices of the astrokarium murumuru.
- Charlotte … Beat 120 grams of sugar, 3 eggs and vanilla sugar with a blender. Then add one and a half cups of sifted wheat flour, a pinch of salt and a tablespoon of baking powder. The ingredients are thoroughly mixed and poured into a baking dish. 200 grams of Murumuru Astrocarium pulp is chopped and placed on top. Charlotte is sprinkled with chalk cinnamon and sugar. Bake in the oven at 170 degrees for about 30-35 minutes.
- Murumuru Astrocarium ice cream … Beat 300 grams of Murumuru Astrokarium pulp, 100 grams of sugar and 300 ml of cream with a blender. The ingredients are placed in the freezer for 6-7 hours. Finished ice cream can be garnished with chocolate chips or berry topping.
- Fruit salad … 2 bananas, peeled and cut into slices. Two peaches and 100 grams of Murumuru Astrocarium berries are chopped. All ingredients are mixed and poured into a glass of yogurt (the taste is chosen at your discretion). Top with shavings of chocolate and cinnamon.
- Green cocktail … 150 grams of astrokarium murumuru are de-pitted and finely chopped. A bunch of lettuce leaves and carrot tops are added to it. Beat the ingredients with a blender until smooth. Add some water and sugar if desired. The drink perfectly quenches thirst and saturates the body with vitamins.
- Cottage cheese casserole … A pound of grated cottage cheese is combined with the pulp of the astrokarium murumuru, a tablespoon of sugar, 2 chicken eggs, a pinch of salt and a teaspoon of baking powder. Half a glass of semolina and 100 grams of chopped nuts are added to the resulting mass. Melt 30 grams of butter in a water bath and pour over all the ingredients. Mix thoroughly and place the dough in a baking dish. The dish is placed in the oven at 175-180 degrees for 30-35 minutes. Ready-made cottage cheese casserole can be garnished with berries of the Murumuru Astrokarium.
The pulp goes well with many vegetables and fruits. Thyme, rosemary, cinnamon, anise and basil can emphasize its unique taste. Medicinal tinctures and decoctions are often made from palm leaves.
Interesting facts about Murumuru Astrokarium
In Latin America, the population uses dried flowers against fungal infections, viruses, parasites and skin diseases.
The fibers of the astrocarium murumuru are so strong that they are often used in the manufacture of hammocks, wicker baskets, tassels and ropes. And hats and bags are made from palm leaves. Wood is also often used in carpentry work and during the construction of houses. The pulp is processed into natural paint.
In the 1940s and 1950s in the United States and Europe, fruit oil began to be added to soaps. It was prized because it left a protective layer on the skin, but at the same time did not interfere with the breathing of the pores. The creamy texture of Murumuru Astrocarium oil is excellent for making hygienic lipstick. Also, berry extract is added to the composition of nourishing hair masks, shampoos and balms. It helps stabilize the lipid-water balance, repair split ends and creates an invisible protective film. Hair becomes radiant, soft and strong to the ends.
The inhabitants of South and Central America and the tribes that live in the Amazonian jungle actively use the fruits in folk medicine. The ripe pulp has a laxative effect, and the oil treats psoriasis and acne. The latter goes well with coconut, almond, shea butter, jojoba and cocoa butter. It is also often the base base used for essential oils.
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As noted above, Murumuru Astrocarium is useful in many areas. But it is worth remembering its short shelf life before adding it to food. You should not abuse the exotic fruit, because it can impair the activity of your body and disrupt metabolism.
