'Gucchi' on BRICS menu: Why it's a nutritional powerhouse

The 18th BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) summit is being held in New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam.

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One of the star dishes on its menu is 'gucchi marmik,' a traditional Indian dish from the Himalayan region.

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The dish uses highly prized Himalayan morel mushrooms as the base, along with asparagus, saffron, raisins, and almonds.

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These mushrooms can't be grown commercially, making them some of the most expensive in the world.

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As they grow entirely in the wild, they absorb many minerals, bioactive compounds and vitamins, and is a great source of plant-based iron.

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They also have high levels of natural vitamin D, B-complex vitamins, and antioxidants, and are excellent for weight management and diabetes.

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