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neera

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ A dish from India

neera, a dish from India
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Neera, also called palm nectar, is a sap extracted from the inflorescence of various species of toddy palms and used as a drink. Neera extraction is generally performed before sunrise.

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๐Ÿฅ˜Main ingredientspalm tree sap
๐Ÿ”ฅCooking methodtapped from palm flower stalks before sunrise
๐Ÿ‘…Flavour & stylesweet, fresh, lightly sour if aged
๐Ÿ•’When itโ€™s eatendrunk fresh as a beverage

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Frequently asked questions

Where does neera come from?
neera is a dish that originated in India.
What is neera?
Neera, also called palm nectar, is a sap extracted from the inflorescence of various species of toddy palms and used as a drink. Neera extraction is generally performed before sunrise.