When winter comes, your body needs some extra care to stay strong and healthy. That's where amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, nellikai or amalaki, steps in. But how do you actually use amla? Let’s make it simple, fun and practical with a range of recipes and ideas you’ll love.

Why Amla Should Be On Your Winter Menu

Amla is no ordinary fruit. It’s a powerhouse of nutrients that can make a big difference in how you feel, especially during the colder months. It’s rich in vitamin C, which is key for keeping your immune system strong. Plus, it’s packed with antioxidants that help fight off free radicals and keep your body detoxified.

This wonder fruit also helps improve digestion, supports natural hair care, and is a go-to for skin care.

For those with diabetes, amla can help regulate blood sugar levels. It’s a natural way to manage diabetes without any side effects.

So, it’s no surprise that amla has been a staple in Ayurvedic remedies for centuries.

How to Use Amla This Winter

Here’s a list of recipes you can enjoy amla this season and boost your wellness:

1. Amla Candy

It's not just tasty but a great way to get your daily dose of vitamin C. Plus, it’s a good snack to carry around.

Instant Amla candy Recipe by Keshma Raichura
#ga24 #gooseberry #soutth_korea Amla Candy is a simple and nutritious treat made from fresh Indian gooseberries. This candy combines the tangy flavor of Amla balanced with sugar and salty flavors- a perfect way to introduce Amla to kids!
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Chatpati Amla Candy (Spiced or Masala Amla Candy) !! Recipe by Jagruti Manish (Dalwadi) Shah
#HPA #Win #Week4 Very simple and easy to make... Healthy delicious and nutritious... Packed with Vitamin C made using Amla or Awla or Gooseberry ...
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Sweet Amla Candies for Kids Recipe by Suruchi (Dr. Ruchi Sharma)
These homemade sugar coated amla candies are just matchless.
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2. Amla Achar (Pickle)

Traditional Indian amla pickles and recipes that packs the punch of amla with spices. It’s easy to make and pairs well with rice, parathas or even plain rotis.

Amla chilli pickle Recipe by Vidyutaa Kashyap
#goldenapeon23 #week21 #whitewinevinegar
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Amla Sweet pickle with jaggery Recipe by Kalpana Rai
#HPA Amla or Indian gooseberry is a good source of Vit. C is a very powerful antioxidant. It helps in digestion, liver function, and kidney health. It is good for hair and skin. This recipe is very easy and you can store it for more than six months.
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Amla Chunda Recipe by Shital Jataniya
#PC #Amlaandjaggery
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3. Amla Juice

Freshly squeezed or homemade, it can help detoxify your system, improve digestion, and keep you feeling energized. You can even mix it with honey for a bit of sweetness. Just a small glass in the morning can work wonders.

Gooseberry ginger juice Recipe by Asmita Rupani
#Immunity Gooseberry ginger juice is a perfect immunity booster juice as it will energize you as well as will make you feel fresh. it is a perfect health drink that provides a great amount of health benefits to the human body. Gooseberry’s Hindi name is Amla. Amla is rich in antioxidants and vitamin…
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Amla Sherbat/Gooseberry Drink Recipe by Dr.Madhumita Mishra
#thc #thcweek13 #coconut Amla is a great source of Vitamin C, full of antioxidants, help in digestion, good for skin and hair. Making an excellent drink with Amla and coconut jaggery powder is easy, yummy and have a lot of health benefits. I was inspired by @cook_90450 ( Mrs. Neha Dua ) for her exce…
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Pomegranate Amla Detox Juice Recipe by Suruchi (Dr. Ruchi Sharma)
Great recipe for Pomegranate Amla Detox Juice.
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Amla and Palm Jaggery Juice Recipe by ZMA
#cookpadindia #newrecipe #innovative Amla is a powerhouse of nutrients. It improves digestion and relieves acidity. Premature greying and other hair problems can be prevented by inculcating the habit of having it daily. Vitamin C, Iron, Calcium, Dietary Fibre and a number of antioxidants are in plen…
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4. Amla Mukhwas

Looking for a refreshing end to your meal? Amla mukhwas (a mix of roasted amla seeds and spices) makes a great digestive aid.

Superfoods and Seeds Mukhwas Recipe by Vaishali Suhas
#mukhwas #superfoods #seeds Being a nutritionist, I always try out recipes where maximum Superfoods can be included. In this recipe of Mukhwas , which is an a part of Indian heritage foods and which aids in digestion when eaten after meals, I have included lots of seeds which are called Superfoods d…
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Amla Ginger Mukhwas Recipe by Hetal Poonjani
#ga24 #amla #ginger
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Gooseberry(Amla) and Beetroot mouth freshner Recipe by Bansi Kotecha
#tech4 #nofire Amala is potent source of Vitamin C ,it helps our body’s immune system, digestive system and is good whichever way you eat it. In Ayurveda Amla is used to make many preparations including the well known chyawanprash. This bright green translucent fruit is full of other nutrients too. …
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5. Amla Powder (Churna)

If you want to make things even easier, amla powder is your go-to. It’s simple, and it works!

Amla(Gooseberry) Masala Drink Recipe by Dr.Madhumita Mishra
#goldenapron23 #week16 #amlapowder #innovative Amla fruits come in the month from September to December. These fruits are full of nutrients and antioxidants. Amla fruits are amazing as they boost our immunity status. I present, a masala drink of amla powder that takes away the tiredness and helps in…
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Amla Tea Recipe by Prachi Phadke Puranik
#goldenapron23 #amlapowder #week16
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Turmeric Amla Tea Recipe by Suruchi (Dr. Ruchi Sharma)
Great recipe for Turmeric Amla Tea.
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6. Amla Murabba

Amla murabba is a sweet, tangy preserve that’s often made with jaggery.

Indian Amla(gooseberry)murabba/preserve - no refined sugar Recipe by Vijeta @myfancyflair
#nosugardiet #nojaggery #winterfoods #win #week9 Juicy and Delicious, this is a no-guilt murabba slow cooked in threaded rock sugar[dhage wali mishri] syrup with various other ingredients steeped in. I made a small batch and then a bigger one a couple of days back, the colour only gets richer with t…
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Amla Murabba Recipe by Deepa Rupani
#HPA #win #week4 Murabba is a sweet ,tangy and juicy pickle made with mango, amla ( Indian goose berry ) & sugar syrup. Indian goose berry is super healthy fruit which are abundantly available in winter. Indian goose berry is a rich source of vitamin C & A, iron, fiber, potassium , magnesium ,calciu…
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Amla murabba with jaggery Recipe by Keshma Raichura
#PC #amla_jaggery #marmalade #jam #cookpadindia This is an instant version of the sweet pickle recipe prepared from Indian gooseberries (amla). Murabba is traditionally prepared with fruit, sugar, and spices.This tangy and yummy recipe is popularly made in Indian households and is eaten as a side di…
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7. Amla Chutney

Amla chutney adds a fresh, tangy twist to your meals. Made with raw amla, ginger, green chilies, and a mix of spices, it’s a great accompaniment to any Indian dish.

Sweet Amla Chutney Recipe by Rosalyn_Kitchen
#Amla Super Tasty Sweet Amla Chutney Recipe. Serve it with Methi Parathas. Amla contains Vitamin C and Iron.Hence whenever its season arrives, make this chutney. It is not only tasty but also beneficial for our health. Try it and you will love it. To make perfect chutney, quantity of jaggery should …
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Sweet & Spicy Amla Chutney Recipe by Madhu Bindra
#thc #thcweek19 #amlachutney A sweet and spicy chutney packed with the goodness of amla. The immunity-boosting amla chutney is a healthy accompaniment for everyday meals. Try this quick and easy recipe that is ready in minutes.
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Nellikai Thokku (awla thokku) Recipe by Suchitra S(Radhika S)
Tasty and amazingly delicious accompaniment goes well with rice,curd rice , dosa &chapati.
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8. Amla Jam

Looking for a unique amla recipes? How about an amla jam or marmalade? It’s a fun way to enjoy this superfood while satisfying your sweet tooth.

Amla Jam (Gooseberry) Recipe by Geeta Godhiwala
#Win #Week7
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Gooseberry (Amla) marmalade Recipe by Mitali Jain
#goldenapron23 #marmalade #week12
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9. Amla Laddu

Gooseberry Sesame Coconut Laddoos Recipe by Sanchita Mittal
#goldenapron #post14 #5pm My own innovative recipe These laddoos are healthiest energy bombs, which are full of nutrition and unique in taste Can be prepared for the evening snacks for kids and elderly people.
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Amla ladoo Recipe by Mukti Sahay
#fruits
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10. Amla Soup

It’s healthy, comforting, and perfect for winter.

Amla Rasam Soup Recipe by Madhumita Bishnu
#GA4 #cooksnap #cooksnapchallenge Thank you The_Rx_Cook for your recipe which I recreated
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Indian Star Gooseberry Soup Recipe by Vanitha Bhat
A lip-smacking, tangy and spicy light soup made with Indian gooseberry, which makes you leaving feeling warm and good about yourself!
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Carrot - Gooseberry Soup Recipe by Jasmin Motta _ #BeingMotta
#ChooseToCook Climate is unpredictable.. Sometimes rains, sometimes hot. Whenever it rains..we also crave for something hot and nutritious. So prepared simple delicious soup with carrot, gooseberry,bottle gourd.
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More Amla and Jaggery Recipe for Immunity

For an immunity-boosting treat, make a simple amla and jaggery mix. The vitamin C from the amla combines with the iron and energy-boosting properties of jaggery. It's perfect for those chilly mornings when you need a little pick-me-up.

Amla Jaggery Chutney Recipe by Sanuber Ashrafi
#GA4 #week11 #Amla Amla or Indian gooseberries are rich in vitamin C. These are very good for health, specially during winters. Today I made amla jaggery chutney. It’s very easy to make.
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Jhatpat khata meetha amla Recipe by Seema Sharma
#HPA #win #Week4
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Amla Gatagat Recipe by Mother’s Delight
#Win #Week1
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Some Wellness Tips for Winter

  1. Stay hydrated: Drink amla juice to stay hydrated and keep your skin glowing.
  2. Mix with other superfoods: Combine amla with turmeric, ginger and honey for a powerful immune-boosting concoction.
  3. Use amla powder: If you’re short on time, amla powder can be a quick and easy addition to your routine.

Try these recipes and let amla brighten up your winter days.

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