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🌼 Celery Farm’s Penji Flower – Earthy Elegance, Nutrient-Rich Tradition 🌼

Celery Farm’s Penji Flower (also known as Sesbania Grandiflora or Agathi flower) is a beloved edible blossom in South and Southeast Asian cuisine. Grown hydroponically in controlled environments, our Penji flowers are tender, slightly bitter, and packed with traditional wellness benefits. Their pristine quality makes them ideal for cooking in stir-fries, curries, or tempura-style dishes.

💚 Health Benefits of Penji Flower:

• 🌱 Rich in Iron & Calcium: Supports strong bones and combats fatigue
• 🌿 Liver Support: Traditionally used in Ayurveda to detoxify and support liver function
• 🧠 Boosts Cognitive Function: Contains micronutrients that support brain and nerve health
• 💪 Anti-inflammatory: Naturally combats inflammation and helps with joint discomfort
• 🌸 Aids Digestion: Helps soothe the stomach and relieve bloating

🍛 Penji Flower Poriyal (South Indian Stir-Fry) 🥥

A warm, comforting stir-fry made with fresh Penji flowers, coconut, and mustard seeds — a traditional Tamil-style side dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Celery Farm Penji Flowers, cleaned and petals separated
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• ½ tsp mustard seeds
• 1 dried red chili
• 5–6 curry leaves
• ¼ cup grated coconut
• Salt to taste
• A pinch of turmeric
• Optional: chopped shallots or onions

Instructions:

1. Blanch Penji flowers in hot water for 3–4 minutes to remove bitterness. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat coconut oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, red chili, and curry leaves.
3. Sauté onions if using. Add turmeric and Penji flowers.
4. Cook for 4–5 minutes, then stir in grated coconut and salt.
5. Serve warm with steamed rice and sambar.

This dish is aromatic, deeply rooted in tradition, and celebrates the earthy beauty of Penji in its most authentic form.