Talbina is a nutritious porridge made by slow cooking barley grains/flour with milk and sweetening it with dates or honey. It offers many health benefits and is a great substitute for sugary milk drinks or cereals. It is a good source of Protein, Iron, Vitamin B, Zinc and Magnesium. It also contains Prebiotic fibres that feed beneficial bacteria in the gut, promoting a healthy gut microbiome, which is linked to improved mood and depression.
It can be enjoyed warm or cold and can be easily digested. It can be served as a breakfast or snack or can be added to other dishes. Its rich flavours make it a tasty dish that can be consumed by anyone.
This drink contains the goodness of all three natural ingredients-Barley, Honey and Milk. All the three have their own healing properties and when combined together they create a super wholesome healthy food. It is a rich source of Vitamins, Minerals, Antioxidants and has a number of other health benefits like it protects against heart disease and cancer; it is helpful in treating and controlling Type 2 Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Stress, Anxiety, Depression and Boosts Fertility.
Add 1 teaspoon talbina mix in 250ml of water or milk (I prefer to do half Water half Milk). Heat till it boils stirring continuously. Add Honey to taste. Enjoy your healthy and delicious Talbina. You can also add other spices if you wish to. Talbina