My Mum’s Fermented Lemons
Did you know that incorporating fermented lemons into your diet can provide a powerful dose of probiotics? Through a natural fermentation process, lemons develop beneficial bacteria that support gut health. These tangy and zesty lemons not only add a burst of flavor to your dishes but also offer a boost of probiotic goodness.
Ayurvedic Fig Jam
Figs, or "Anjeera" in Ayurveda, offer numerous health benefits. They rejuvenate and nourish the body, aid digestion, and stimulate the digestive fire. Figs act as a potent aphrodisiac, support reproductive health, and balance Pitta dosha. Their cooling properties relieve inflammation and heat-related conditions. Figs nourish muscles, enhance strength, and promote tissue regeneration. Try fig jam and butter on toast for a delicious breakfast option when you don’t have the time to cook breakfast.
Ayurvedic Dhal
Ayurvedic Dhal is a wholesome and balancing dish rooted in Ayurvedic principles. Made with red lentils or mung beans, it combines aromatic spices like cumin, mustard seeds, and turmeric to enhance flavor and promote digestive health. This nourishing dhal is cooked with ghee, known for its nourishing properties, and infused with the goodness of onions, ginger, tomatoes, and garlic.
Breakfast Stewed Apples
Did you know that having stewed apples in the morning is a great source of prebiotics? Apples contain pectin, which functions as a prebiotic in the gut. By cooking the apples, you make them easier to digest while retaining all of their nutrients and prebiotic properties
Cleanse Kitchari
Kitchari is a classic Ayurvedic dish that is considered to be easy to digest and nourishing for the body. It is often used as a cleansing and detoxifying meal, and can be made with different combinations of grains and legumes. The ghee and spices used in this recipe provide warmth and digestive support, while the turmeric and asafetida have anti-inflammatory properties. This recipe is perfect for dinner or lunch.
Breakfast Oats Porridge
Ayurvedic Breakfast Porridge is a delicious and nourishing way to start your day. Made with roasted oats, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, coconut shreds, raisins, majhul dates and cow's milk, this porridge is not only delicious, but also packed with health benefits.
Barley Soup
This barley soup is a nourishing and grounding meal according to Ayurveda, it is also alkaline. Pearl barley is an alkaline grain that is easy to digest and it is rich in minerals and fibers. The root vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes and potatoes are grounding and provide nourishment to the body. The spices and ghee used in the recipe provide warmth and digestive support.