Manathakkali or Milagu thakkali or wonder berry is a tiny juicy berry, and its leaves, Manathakkali keerai is a green leafy vegetable commonly available in South Indian homes. Botanical name is Solanum nigrum. It is called as Manathakkali in Malayalam, Kamanchi Chettu in Telugu, Makoy in Hindi, Kakkesappu in Kannada, and Black Nightshade in English.
The raw or ripe berries can be washed and eaten directly. The ripe Manathakkali has a sweet taste and helps alleviate stomach pains and mouth ulcers.
It helps cure liver disorders, chronic skin ailments (psoriasis and ringworm), inflammatory conditions, painful periods, fevers, diarrhoea , eye diseases, and hydrophobia. It is also recommended as a home remedy for mouth ulcers.
How to use:
Manathakkali leaves can be cooked and eaten. It is a good practice to wash the berries/leaves thoroughly before they are cooked.
Manathakkali or the green berries are used in making manathakkali kozhambu, a tasty dish.
You can also fry the dried fruits (referred as Manathakkali Vathal) in oil.
Here's an excellent recipe: http://gayathriscookspot.blogspot.in/2012/04/manathakkali-vatha-kulambu-and-simple.html
How to use:
Manathakkali leaves can be cooked and eaten. It is a good practice to wash the berries/leaves thoroughly before they are cooked.
Manathakkali or the green berries are used in making manathakkali kozhambu, a tasty dish.
You can also fry the dried fruits (referred as Manathakkali Vathal) in oil.
Here's an excellent recipe: http://gayathriscookspot.blogspot.in/2012/04/manathakkali-vatha-kulambu-and-simple.html
