English
Raw nelakadalai (நிலக்கடலை) = raw peanuts / groundnuts.
What it is
Unroasted, uncooked peanuts with or without skin.
Commonly used in South Indian cooking.
Nutrition (raw)
High in protein
Healthy fats (mostly unsaturated)
Fiber
Vitamins: B3 (niacin), folate
Minerals: magnesium, phosphorus
Common uses
Roasted as a snack
Made into nelakadalai chutney
Used in gravies, podi (powder)
Ground to make peanut butter
Boiled and eaten as a simple snack
Tip
Raw peanuts should be roasted or boiled before eating for better digestion and taste.
If you want, I can share health benefits, recipes, or the English name vs other Tamil peanut terms.
