Kohila Ala (Lasia Stalk)

ORIGINS

Asia

TASTE

It’s really hard to mention a taste

AYURVEDA & MEDICINAL USES

It is suitable for liver conditions. Due to the high prevalence of fibre, it gives a good motion.

kohila reduces unnecessary toxins in the intestines and is effective for other disorders in the intestines.

The tuber reduces bleeding and is given after indigestion and diarrhea.

It increases appetite and body weight, reduces urine output and burning sensation in the body. It also expels worms.

NOTABLE FACTS

Kohila (Lasia spinosa) is a spinous marshy herb which grows abundantly in Sri Lankan marshlands. It is cultivated as a vegetable in certain areas. kohila is a stout, marshy plant with a creeping spiny rhizome.

The tender leaves and rhizomes are used as a vegetable and are recommended for a variety of diseases in Ayurvedic medicine.

TRY-ME RECIPES

Cut kohila into thin slices. Grind beetroot and strain the extract. Mix flour, Maldive Fish Powder Mix, turmeric, chilli pieces, onion and curry leaves together. Add water gradually and mix till a semi-thick batter forms. Correct seasoning. Pour beetroot extract over sliced kohila and let it absorb the liquid until it turns red in colour. Heat the oil and dip the marinated kohila into the
batter. Fry till golden brown.