Frozen Purslane Cubes – Natural Remedy & Kitchen Essentia
Ingredients:
1 bunch of fresh purslane (cleaned and washed)
A little water (just to help with blending)
Juice of half a lemon (optional, for extra preservation and health benefits)
1–2 tablespoons of olive oil (optional)
1–2 garlic cloves (optional, for flavor and health)
Preparation Steps:
1. Clean the purslane:
Remove thick stems, and keep the leaves and soft stems only.
Wash thoroughly with cold water and drain.
2. Blend the ingredients:
Add the cleaned purslane into a blender.
Add just enough water to make blending easier.
You can also add lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic if desired.
3. Freeze into cubes:
Pour the blended mixture into ice cube trays or silicone molds.
Freeze until solid.
Once frozen, transfer the cubes to a ziplock bag or airtight container and keep in the freezer.
How to Use Frozen Purslane Cubes:
🔸 In Cooking:
Add 1–2 cubes to:
Soups
Stews
Tagines
Vegetable sauces
Smoothies (for a green health boost)
🔸 For Skin Care:
Melt 1 cube and mix with:
Honey → for glowing skin
Yogurt → for soothing and moisturizing
Apply as a face mask for 15–20 minutes, then rinse.
🔸 For Health Remedies:
Purslane is rich in:
Omega-3 fatty acids
Iron
Vitamin A, C, and E
Known to help with:
Inflammation
High cholesterol
Skin conditions (eczema, acne)
Digestive support