Allicin found in garlic is known to reduce congestion and provide relief from cold symptoms. Try to add a few pods of garlic to your curries and sabzis and you`ll quickly realise its benefits.
Check out these recipes made from garlic:
Sinangag (Garlic Fried Rice)
Poondu/Garlic kuzhambu
Garlic chicken
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