tag:,2008:/5 2008-06-21T21:19:48Z Ayurvedic recipes and artistic inspirations from chefs, amateur cooks, and food writers. Movable Type Personal 4.1 tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.344 2008-06-07T22:45:05Z 2008-06-21T21:19:48Z

Experiment with Jackfruits. The first time I saw Jackfruits hanging from a tree in Bengal, I thought aliens had descended to earth. Other than figs, very few fruits hang from the trunk of the tree. But comparing apples to oranges...

]]> Ayurveda Notes (help) In general, grains should not be combined with fruits. This dish will be easier to digest if the fruits are blended with grain. Instead the Ayurvedic analysis will focus on jackfruit alone. Jackfruits are sweet and kapha provoking. But they can be slightly allergenic in some individuals, provoking pitta. The fibers seems difficult to digest, provoking vata, but I admit to having little information about the ayurvedic properties of this elusive fruit, and welcome any feedback. Ayurvedic Analysis of Jackfruit Dosha: vata- pitta- kapha+ Qualities: Heavy, Slow, Slimy Tastes: Sweet Recipe - (Help with Cooking) See recipe on Monsoon Spice ]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.339 2008-06-07T13:43:38Z 2008-06-18T22:43:53Z

Experiment with mustard and cilantro sauces. This sauce is sweet and served over cucumbers next to ginger chicken kebab. Derived from trips to Dhaka, Bangladesh....

Experiment with mustard and cilantro sauces. This sauce is sweet and served over cucumbers next to ginger chicken kebab. Derived from trips to Dhaka, Bangladesh. Ayurveda Notes (help) Cilantro cools the heat of the mustard, but all three ingredients (excepting sugar) stimulate digestion, making this sauce tridoshic. Dosha: Vata- Pitta- Kapha- Qualities: Sharp Tastes: Pungent, Sweet, Sour Recipe - (Help with Cooking) The recipe offered by email only. joseph [at] greenbookcafe dot com]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.345 2008-05-13T23:04:10Z 2008-06-18T23:09:45Z

Experiment with candied flower buds. Simple to make and a beautiful finish to desserts. Reported by Sonya Masocco of the the Ayurvedic Institute. Many flowers can be candied, including Violets, Nasturtium, Mums, Mangold, Rose Periwinkle Pianthus, White Peony, Forsythia, Calendula,...

Experiment with candied flower buds. Simple to make and a beautiful finish to desserts. Reported by Sonya Masocco of the the Ayurvedic Institute. Many flowers can be candied, including Violets, Nasturtium, Mums, Mangold, Rose Periwinkle Pianthus, White Peony, Forsythia, Calendula, Lotus, Bachelor Buttons, Hibiscus, Linden. Ayurveda Notes (help) Rosebuds are astringent and cooling. Their beautiful aroma pacifies pitta. Dosha: Vata- Pitta- Kapha+ Qualities: Guru, Manda, Cool Tastes: Sweet, Astringent Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Simple to make. Boil sugar in a small amount of water until it forms a thick syrup. Be careful not to burn the sugar or turn it into caramel. Dip organic, food grade rosebuds into the syrup and place on wax paper to dry. For specific quantities, email joseph [at] greenbookcafe dot com. ]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.325 2008-03-22T21:24:27Z 2008-03-22T21:41:27Z

Sweet and cooling, bright green, honey dew smoothies with aloe vera jelly are perfect for St. Patty's in Hong Kong! My eyes feel cool and ready for another 12 hours of flying. But get a thick straw, the jelly is...

Published from travel writings in Hong Kong airport)]]> Ayurveda Notes (help) Both honey dew and aloe vera are cooling, anti-inflammatories and slight laxatives. Aloe vera is a rejuvenative. Honey dew hydrates and refreshes. That makes this drink perfect for flying. (Click here for how to avoid jet lag) Dosha: vata- pitta- kapha+ Qualities: Heavy, Cooling Taste: Sweet, Bitter (slight) Recipe - (Help with Cooking) 1c Honey dew pureed. 2 tbsp Aloe vera Jelly 1 tbsp sugar Mix and drink with a thick straw! ]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.321 2008-02-27T02:07:13Z 2008-02-28T04:37:46Z

Sweet, orange butternut mixes with red smokey flavor of Chipotle. Chipotle, cumin, and frying all balance the sliminess of okra, giving both great flavor and texture to this dish. Discovered where else but in southwestern cuisine of Albuquerque, New Mexico....

Sweet, orange butternut mixes with red smokey flavor of Chipotle. Chipotle, cumin, and frying all balance the sliminess of okra, giving both great flavor and texture to this dish. Discovered where else but in southwestern cuisine of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Ayurveda Notes (help) The pungent flavor of chipotle and the drying cumin help balance the slimy okra and sweet butternut, making this dish relatively safe for Kapha. Although okra may look and taste mucous provoking, the astringent quality of okra also plays a role to balance kapha. Finally, turmeric in the butternut squash helps regulate the sweet taste of butternut. Altogether a healthy and tasty dish. Dosha: vata- pitta- kapha- Qualities: Heavy, Sharp, Warming Taste: Sweet, pungent, astringent Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Cooking time: 45 minutes Serves: 4 1 Butternut squash peeled and chopped into small squares (for faster cooking) 1/4 Onion chopped finely 1/4 tsp Salt 1/4 tsp Turmeric 1 tbsp Oil 1/4 lb Okra sliced down the center lengthwise 1/8 tsp Chipotle 1/4 tsp Cumin seeds roasted and ground 1/8 tsp Salt 1 tbsp Oil Mix all the ingredients for the butternut squash. Add 2 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer but leave uncovered. As water boils, the sauce with thicken and become sweet. Meanwhile, heat oil in skillet and place okra face down in the skillet. Sautee on medium heat for 10 minutes or until being to brown. Sprinkle chipotle and cumin. Stir gently and continue frying for five minutes. Squash is done when tender. Add water as necessary but the end result should be about 1/2c of a thick sweet sauce. Place squash in a bowl and cover with okra on top.]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.320 2008-02-16T00:56:14Z 2008-02-16T01:22:29Z

Experiment with Mung based cream sauces. Cooling creamy pungent mint combines with refreshing Kale. Discovered by Joseph in Albuquerque, NM....

Experiment with Mung based cream sauces. Cooling creamy pungent mint combines with refreshing Kale. Discovered by Joseph in Albuquerque, NM. Ayurveda Notes (help) The best kind of cream for kapha dosha. The entire dish is cooling and astringent, pacifying to Kapha and Pitta. Add ginger, use extra oil and sugar to help mitigate some of the vata provoking qualities. Dosha – Vata+, Pitta-, Kapha- Quality – Cooling, Drying Taste – Bitter, Pungent, Astringent Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Serves: 4 Cooking Time: 1hr 1/2 c mung daal beans 1 bunch chopped kale 1/2 tblsp dried mint leaves 1 tblsp sunflower oil 1 tblsp sucanat 1/2 tsp salt Boil mung beans. In a separate pot, cover kale in water and steam. After twenty minutes, strain the mung beans. Add 2c water and blend. Pour mixture into Kale, add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Let simmer twenty minutes.]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.315 2008-02-03T05:28:56Z 2008-02-10T23:29:58Z

Experiment with crunchy snack foods in sweet yogurt. Called Dahi Papdi Chaat in India. Often includes tamarind or mint chutney, cumin, chopped raw onions, or cilantro. Can also include 'black salt' (Potassium chloride instead of Sodium Chloride) which has a...

Archana's Kitchen]]> Ayurveda Diet Notes (help) In this recipe, cumin and cilantro help to balance the heavy quality of yogurt. Dosha – Vata-, Pitta-, Kapha+ Quality – Heavy, Oily, Cooling Taste – Sweet, Sour, Pungent Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Serves : 6 persons Preparation Time: 20 minutes 6 papdi’s (see link below to Archana's website) 6 tblsp tamarind chutney 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup chopped onions 1 cup whipped yogurt with 1 tblsp sugar 2 tablespoons chaat masala 2 tablespoon roasted cumin powder 6 ramekins. Place one papdi in each ramekin and cover in yogurt. Add the other ingredients one by one and serve immediately to prevent papdi's becoming soggy. For the full recipe visit Archana's Kitchen.]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.311 2008-01-29T02:40:55Z 2008-02-10T18:17:57Z

Experiment with brancakes, a soft, moist cross between a pancake and a cereal. Simply substitute 1/4 of the flour with crushed wheat bran or any bran of your choice. We invented brancakes for breakfast this morning after celebrating our return...

Experiment with brancakes, a soft, moist cross between a pancake and a cereal. Simply substitute 1/4 of the flour with crushed wheat bran or any bran of your choice. We invented brancakes for breakfast this morning after celebrating our return to Ayurveda school in New Mexico. Reported by Joseph. Ayurveda Notes (help) Bran is high in fiber and thus supports the colon and regular bowel movements. But wheat is heavy and the griddle can be buttery provoking kapha dosha. Doshas: Vata- Pitta- Kapha+ Qualities: Heavy, Oily, Soft Tastes: Sweet Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Cooking Time: Half hour / Same as pancakes Servings: 2 1 c flour 1/3 c bran 1 tblsp oil 1 tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 1 1/2c milk or to desired thinness of batter 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp baking powder Mix together wet ingredients with sugar and dissolve. Mix dry ingredients. Combine. Wait until butter dances on the griddle (or if cooking with oil test a drop of water). Then spread three tablespoons of batter per pancake onto the griddle. Flip when top side is starting to dry and cook for another thirty seconds. ]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.310 2008-01-25T03:05:38Z 2008-02-10T18:17:26Z

Experiment with dill and yogurt fried rice. Discovered in “Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey” by Najmieh Batmanglij. Found while visiting my Long Island cook book collection over the holidays. Reported by Joseph....

Experiment with dill and yogurt fried rice. Discovered in “Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey” by Najmieh Batmanglij. Found while visiting my Long Island cook book collection over the holidays. Reported by Joseph. Ayurveda Notes (help) Dill is cooling for pitta. Unlike store bought yogurt, fresh, homemade yogurt does not provoke pitta. Add black pepper for Kapha, Vata. Or use less yogurt and ghee in kapha. And to pacify vata, cook without or limit fava beans. Dosha – Vata+, Pitta-, Kapha+ Quality – Heavy, Oily, Cooling Taste – Astringent, Sweet Recipe - (Help with Cooking) 3 c fresh dill 2 c rice 3c water 1 lb skinned fava beans 4 eggs ½ c yogurt 1 leek 4 cloves garlic ½ c ghee 2 tsp salt 1 tsp cumin 4” cinnamon ½ tsp pepper ¼ tsp turmeric ]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.309 2008-01-18T03:03:13Z 2008-01-11T03:07:45Z

Experiment with egg crusted saffron rice. A delicious golden yellow. Discovered in “Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey” by Najmieh Batmanglij. Found while visiting my Long Island cook book collection over the holidays. Reported by Joseph....

Experiment with egg crusted saffron rice. A delicious golden yellow. Discovered in “Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey” by Najmieh Batmanglij. Found while visiting my Long Island cook book collection over the holidays. Reported by Joseph. Ayurveda Notes (help) Despite the popularity of traditional omelets, milk and eggs are traditionally a bad food combination in Ayurveda. This rice is heavy, provoking kapha. Dosha – Vata-, Pitta-, Kapha+ Quality – Heavy, Oily, Cooling Taste – Sweet, Sour Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Serves – 6 Preparation Time – 1hr Rice 1 c Rice 1 ½ c Water ¼ c Cooking oil Crust 2 eggs 1 tblsp saffron water ¼ c oil 1c milk/yogurt 2 spatulas ½ cooked rice Cook rice halfway (about ten minutes depending upon the size of the grain). To make saffron water, place saffron in a dish over a pot of boiling water for five minutes, then crush with a mortar and pestle. Add 1tblsp of water and continue to grind. Mix together ingredients for the crust and place in pot. Place the remaining rice into the pot. Pour ½ c cold water and 4 tblsp oil. Place a towel over the pot and cover to catch the condensation. ]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.276 2008-01-15T10:45:56Z 2008-01-17T04:04:38Z

Experiment with roasted hazelnut chocolate thousand layer crepe cakes! Discovered in Maharastra, India....

Experiment with roasted hazelnut chocolate thousand layer crepe cakes! Discovered in Maharastra, India. Ayurveda Diet Notes (help) See basic recipe for crepe cakes. Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Time: 1 hour Serves 6 1c Whipped Cream ½c Hazelnuts roasted and chopped. ½c Chocolate. ½ Stick butter ¼c Sugar Make crepes according to Basic recipe for crepe cakes. Between each crepe add a thin layer of whipped cream to avoid dryness. Melt chocolate, butter, and sugar together. Add hazelnuts and pour over crepes. ]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.308 2008-01-11T02:58:28Z 2008-01-11T03:00:08Z

Experiment with steamed doughs in sweet yogurt. Soft, steamed Idly with cumin served in a sweet, pungent yogurt sauce. Discovered at Krishna Lodge in Pune, India....

Experiment with steamed doughs in sweet yogurt. Soft, steamed Idly with cumin served in a sweet, pungent yogurt sauce. Discovered at Krishna Lodge in Pune, India. Ayurveda Notes (help) Fermented foods generally provoke pitta, depending on the degree of sourness. Daal provokes vata. Yogurt provokes Kapha and thus this dish aggravates all three doshas. Many restaurants in India use a pre-made mix that is very mild. We recommend mung daal which is easier to digest. Dosha: Vata+ Pitta+ Kapha+ Qualities: Heavy, Dry, Soft, Soupy Tastes: Sweet, Sour, Astringent Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Same as Idly recipe but add 1 tbsp ground cumin. Yogurt Sauce 1c yogurt 2 tbsp sweetener such as sucanat Mix and dissolve sucanat in the yogurt. Simply place Idlys in the yogurt sauce and serve. ]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2008://5.306 2008-01-01T17:54:36Z 2008-01-01T17:55:51Z

In downtown Chicago, experiment with a simple, stimulating, red spice mix found in various dishes including Chorizo with Eggs. Served at Flo Café & Bar (http://www.eatatflo.com) Discovered on New Year’s Eve after a long, 14 hour drive from New York...

In downtown Chicago, experiment with a simple, stimulating, red spice mix found in various dishes including Chorizo with Eggs. Served at Flo Café & Bar (http://www.eatatflo.com) Discovered on New Year’s Eve after a long, 14 hour drive from New York City to Chicago. Ayurveda Notes (help) Add more cilantro to keep in pitta in check and balance heating chili powder. In Kapha, use less oil to keep the spice mix light. Dosha: Vata- Pitta+ Kapha- Qualities: Heating, Sharp Tastes: Pungent, Bitter Recipe - (Help with Cooking) ¼ onion, chopped ¼ c chopped cilantro ¼ tsp chili powder Fry onion in a tablespoon of oil. When translucent, add cilantro and spices. Continue frying for thirty seconds before adding to your favorite dish.]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2007://5.305 2007-12-29T22:33:54Z 2007-12-29T22:47:05Z

Experiment with fillings and toppings for croissants. Crispy, soft and delicate on the inside, like a Boston-cream filled. The owners of the Beach Bakery on Main Street, Westhampton, NY are meticulous and perfect in their preparation of baked goods. (http://www.beachbakerycafe.com)....

Experiment with fillings and toppings for croissants. Crispy, soft and delicate on the inside, like a Boston-cream filled. The owners of the Beach Bakery on Main Street, Westhampton, NY are meticulous and perfect in their preparation of baked goods. (http://www.beachbakerycafe.com). Ayurveda Notes (help) Croissants are buttery and custard is heavy, making this dish vata pacifying but pitta and kapha provoking. To help digestion, eat before sundown or sprinkle with cinnamon. Dosha: Vata- Pitta+ Kapha+ Qualities: Heavy, Cooling Tastes: Sweet Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Not available.]]> tag:www.joyfulbelly.com,2007://5.304 2007-12-26T18:59:25Z 2007-12-26T19:05:16Z

"I love a side dish of peas but often find them a bit bland or lacking (and in need of more nutritious veggies mixed in there). Fennel has a lovely, fragrant flavour that gives those peas some oomf!" - Claudia...

"I love a side dish of peas but often find them a bit bland or lacking (and in need of more nutritious veggies mixed in there). Fennel has a lovely, fragrant flavour that gives those peas some oomf!" - Claudia Davila, author of Fran's House of Ayurveda (http://franlife.blogspot.com/) Ayurveda Notes (help) Peas are sweet, ground vata but provoke kapha. Mixed with fennel and mint, the 'oomf' makes this dish tridoshic. Dosha: Vata- Pitta- Kapha- Qualities: Heavy, Cooling, Spicy Tastes: Sweet, Pungent Recipe - (Help with Cooking) Click here to see the recipe on Fran's beautiful website!]]>