14 Types of Leafy Greens (Shak) in Bengali Cuisine | Healthy & Nutritious Greens
Leafy greens (শাক) are an essential part of Bengali cuisine, packed with nutrients and unique flavors. In this video, we explore 14 different types of shak that are commonly used in Bengali households. From the iron-rich Palong Shak (Spinach) to the medicinal Neem Pata (Neem Leaves), each green has its own health benefits and culinary uses.
List of 14 Types of Shak:
1️⃣ Pui Shak (Malabar Spinach) – Thick and fleshy, great for curries
2️⃣ Palong Shak (Spinach) – Rich in iron, perfect for dal and bharta
3️⃣ Lal Shak (Red Amaranth) – Red-colored greens with a slightly sweet taste
4️⃣ Kalmi Shak (Water Spinach) – Popular in stir-fries with garlic
5️⃣ Helencha Shak (Water Cress) – Slightly bitter and great for detox
6️⃣ Kochu Shak (Taro Leaves) – Used in mustard-based dishes
7️⃣ Thankuni Shak (Indian Pennywort) – Boosts digestion and brain health
8️⃣ Methi Shak (Fenugreek Leaves) – Slightly bitter, used in curries
9️⃣ Shushni Shak (Sensitive Plant Greens) – Known for its medicinal properties
🔟 Neem Pata (Neem Leaves) – Extremely bitter but full of health benefits
1️⃣1️⃣ Bathua Shak (Chenopodium/White Goosefoot) – Rich in vitamins, used in saag
1️⃣2️⃣ Sojne Pata (Drumstick Leaves) – Highly nutritious, used in soups
1️⃣3️⃣ Gima Shak (Rough Pigweed) – Traditional Bengali green with a strong flavor
1️⃣4️⃣ Ponkhiraaj Shak (Alternanthera Sessilis) – A lesser-known medicinal green
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Leafy greens (শাক) are an essential part of Bengali cuisine, packed with nutrients and unique flavors. In this video, we explore 14 different types of shak that are commonly used in Bengali households. From the iron-rich Palong Shak (Spinach) to the medicinal Neem Pata (Neem Leaves), each green has its own health benefits and culinary uses.
List of 14 Types of Shak:
1️⃣ Pui Shak (Malabar Spinach) – Thick and fleshy, great for curries
2️⃣ Palong Shak (Spinach) – Rich in iron, perfect for dal and bharta
3️⃣ Lal Shak (Red Amaranth) – Red-colored greens with a slightly sweet taste
4️⃣ Kalmi Shak (Water Spinach) – Popular in stir-fries with garlic
5️⃣ Helencha Shak (Water Cress) – Slightly bitter and great for detox
6️⃣ Kochu Shak (Taro Leaves) – Used in mustard-based dishes
7️⃣ Thankuni Shak (Indian Pennywort) – Boosts digestion and brain health
8️⃣ Methi Shak (Fenugreek Leaves) – Slightly bitter, used in curries
9️⃣ Shushni Shak (Sensitive Plant Greens) – Known for its medicinal properties
🔟 Neem Pata (Neem Leaves) – Extremely bitter but full of health benefits
1️⃣1️⃣ Bathua Shak (Chenopodium/White Goosefoot) – Rich in vitamins, used in saag
1️⃣2️⃣ Sojne Pata (Drumstick Leaves) – Highly nutritious, used in soups
1️⃣3️⃣ Gima Shak (Rough Pigweed) – Traditional Bengali green with a strong flavor
1️⃣4️⃣ Ponkhiraaj Shak (Alternanthera Sessilis) – A lesser-known medicinal green
✨ Watch the full video to learn more about these nutritious greens and how they are used in Bengali cooking!
✅ Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more health and food-related videos!
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#BengaliFood #HealthyEating #Shak #LeafyGreens #BengaliCuisine #Superfoods #VegetarianFood #HealthyLiving #Nutrition
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