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Frothy Almond Date Shake nurtures and comforts your whole body, making it a the perfect addition to an Ayurvedic diet. Dates add charm and sweetness to the shake, while a slice of fiery ginger and a dash of spicy cinnamon heat up this elegant blend,...
Gold milk is the fabled "milk and honey" of the promised land and provides tremendous nourishment. Its fragrant spices will awaken your appetite for its nurturing satisfaction. In South Asia, people believe milk is sacred because it (along with fruits)...
When you're hungry and in need of a quick snack, simply heat up some ghee, toss in some bananas, and watch them sizzle. A dash of spices, cinnamon and ginger, make these morsels quite delicious! This rich, nourishing snack couldn't be easier to make or...
Almond Coconut Fudge is an elegant and creamy treat. Rich almond and sweet coconut present themselves first with their smooth, alluring tones. Sea-salty notes and gently pungent ginger entice you with their promise of depth and excitement. As it...
You and your loved one will enjoy a cozy night snuggling on the couch with this creamy chai. Sweet & hearty, almond milk chai is a rich and decadent treat on any winter's eve. Aromatic spices bring cheer to the season. Serve at a holiday party as a...
Herbal juices nourish as they heal. Sweet spices add stimulation to the rejuvenating fruits of the vine. This simple recipe was inspired by Dr. Vasant Lad's "The Textbook of Ayurveda".
This divine dessert pleases the senses from taste, to sight, to smell, and smooth-as-silk texture. Bright orange, offering the scent of heavy sweetness, warm spices, and luscious juice, Baked Peaches with Vanilla, Nutmeg, and Cloves is sure to have...
Like a cozy fire, this Spiced Milk & Honey restores a warm, nurturing glow that seems to emanate from your chest. Grab a hot cup, don a pair of mittens and nestle into a warm blanket for the evening. This heartwarming holiday drink restores warmth to...
Kids love ice-cream even when their parents eat Ayurvedically. In fact, we have a sneaking suspicion that parents love ice cream too! Banana ice-cream is much healthier than commercial ice-creams. This recipe promises to make your kids go ape. Plus,...
Watermelon invites children and adults alike to step out of the heat and enjoy a refreshing treat on a summer day. Full of delicious juice, watermelon cools your body and restores balance to overheated blood. Late June and early July is the perfect...
Aromatic saffron and delicate rose delights you long before your first bite. Tenderly prepared with exotic spices and rose petals, this luxurious saffron rice is sure to soften any heart. Sweetly spiced raisins, rich almonds, and buttery ghee add a...
Sweet, cooling and heavy, this rich smoothie will rejuvenate the body during times of high stress. The heavy, sweet qualities nourish an exhausted nervous system if you have been burning the candle at both ends. It will support the rebuild of deficient...
Sweet, rich and tropical, mango lassis are a favorite in India. They make for a great afternoon snack when you feel tired, so make this simple recipe at home for a relaxing, energizing treat.
Brown with green dust has a mossy look, or a brown jewel. Sharp anise makes it sensual. Discovered deep in the shadows of the walled city of Fes, Morocco.
A western twist on the famous Indian lassi. Peach warms cool yogurt, while rosewater adds a sensual soft touch. Light, aromatic cardamom adds depth and complexity to this sweet treat. Best if prepared with fresh-ground...
Fruits are frequently garnished with cayenne pepper in tropical countries, where summer heat makes digestion sluggish.
Tasty & delicious with a golden yellow color. Saffron is an exquisite and luxurious spice, the most expensive in the world.
This warm and drying tea blend is a perfect lung tonic on cold, damp winter days.
Cool, smooth and sweet Chai Spiced Yogurt is a calming start to a hot summer's day. Heavy, grounding yogurt makes you feel calm, cool and collected. The enjoyable aromatic spices are a delightful complement to the creaminess of yogurt and help to...
With literally hundreds of greens to choose from, why limit your pesto to basil? This parsley based pesto is a favorite south of the border, where it's known as chimichurri. I serve it atop Eggs Scrambled in Cumin and Corn. Cilantro & mint based pestos...
Blended dates, warm ghee, and cardamom sauce poured over split bananas. Discovered by Michele Schulz of Alchemy of Tastes, Albuquerque, NM.
Dates are the tropical fruit of the first decade in millenium 2000. Coconut brings texture and fats.
As a healthy dessert, snack, or hors d'ouvres, stuffed dates are a multifaceted treat. This is a great dish to add to an occasion at a friend's house or for something a little special. Better make a double batch! The soft, sensual texture of dates...
The cacao plant family "Theobroma" translates to "food of the Gods," suggesting the mysterious and divine qualities of chocolate. Chocolate was a symbol of life and fertility throughout pre-colonial Mesoamerica. Xocolatl was a luxurious and traditional...
This middle eastern inspired recipe will cool you down on a hot day.
Discovered by Natalie Immel, in Asheville, North Carolina.
Delicate rose intertwines with aromatic saffron, suspended in cool, soothing milk. Almonds offer their smooth, nutty flavor to your glass. This delicious recipe is a variation of thandai, a classic Indian cooling drink with khus (vetiver). Imagine...
Experiment with this creamy, delicious aphrodisiac and sedative drink before bedtime. Also a warming sauce for creamy dinner dishes. Discovered while listening to a lecture by Dr. Vasant Lad, famous Ayurvedic Physician, in Pune, India.
Called Sellou, Sfouf or Zmita in Morocco.
Cloves, cardamom and sugar make a great holiday sprinkle on morning toast.
Heavy, sweet and Kapha provoking. Heavy for digestion; Vata should eat in small quantities only.
The apache plumes of the desert have gone to seed. Sunsets are still red, the chilis hanging on our neighbors porch are dry. The tumbleweeds are attached to their stalks but getting ready to take flight. But we've left Albuquerque behind. Here in...
Dates taste like soft ambrosia. Named 'Tryambakam Balls' by the chef, Akasha Tobias, a student at the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, NM. Akasha now lives in Bali, Indonesia.
Experiment with creamy, tahini sauce pastas. Add ground coriander seeds for warming flavors. Works well over warm cooked potatoes, or even cooked rice!
These refined spices add a elegant touch in meat dishes, rice or any mild dish.
My mom always made simple, bright Italian sauce with very few spices. I added oregano and thyme to this recipe but she rarely does. We come from an Italian American family, maybe that's why we like to cook. But I can remember my grandfather...
Juicy, fleshy tomatoes pungent with onions, vinegar and herbs, italian style.
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’