
Mukhwas Candy 200g
Product Price
R35,00
Description
Mukhwas is a traditional Indian after-meal snack, essentially a colorful, aromatic mouth freshener made from a blend of roasted seeds, nuts, herbs, and spices like fennel seeds, sesame seeds, coconut, and cardamom, often coated in sugar. Derived from Sanskrit words meaning "mouth" (mukh) and "smell" (was), it serves to freshen breath, cleanse the palate, and aid digestion after a meal, acting as a sweet or savory ritual of Indian hospitality.
Key Ingredients
Seeds: Fennel (variyali), coriander, sesame, dill.
Nuts/Other: Dried coconut, sometimes betel nut (supari).
Sweeteners: Crystallized sugar (mishri) or sugar coating.
Spices: Cardamom, anise, peppermint oil.
Purpose & Benefits
Breath Freshener: Aromatic ingredients combat bad breath.
Digestive Aid: Ingredients like fennel and coriander seeds help settle the stomach and support digestion.
Palate Cleanser: Cleanses the mouth after rich or spicy foods.
Hospitality: A common offering in Indian homes and restaurants as a sign of welcome.