With a complicated name and difficult to pronounce, Ayurvedic food brings us just the opposite. Of Indian origin, she uncomplicates and detoxifies. in it, the foods we eat must have a therapeutic function, making us aware that if we eat the right things, we can clean and improve the functioning of the organism, accelerate metabolism and bring renewal.
In an Ayurvedic diet, processed foods, canned goods, red meats, strong cheeses and alcohol are not allowed. The diet should be very natural, based on natural juices, fruits, cereals, vegetables and organic vegetables, herbal teas and lots of water.
The mixture of flavors aids in digestion, making your body extract the most nutrients from each food.
Spices, herbs and various spice mixtures are of fundamental importance in Ayurvedic therapy and Indian cuisine. The combination of these spices are called Massalas, which give a unique and special flavor to foods (at the end of this article, we will have some recipes for this type of diet).
The salty foods indicated to follow in balance are fish, chicken, whole grains, chestnuts, cereals, vegetables, potatoes, wheat germ, vegetable oils (sunflower, corn, soy etc), nuts, lentils, soy, chickpeas, beans , celery, broccoli, cucumber, cabbage, liver, eggs, rice, dark green vegetables such as kale and spinach. Sweets are fruits in general, which can also be acidic, such as avocado, banana, melon, watermelon, pineapple, passion fruit, acerola, etc. The mixture of flavors can be on account of seasonings such as mustard, coriander, cinnamon, peppers, curry and everything that awakens your taste.
Ayuvedic nutrition is about exploring our five senses and our body as a whole. The colors, flavors, textures are numerous and, with dedication, it is possible to achieve a healthier and tastier life.
Delicious Ayurvedic diet recipes
rice with yogurt
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of cooked rice;
- 2 cups of plain yogurt;
- 2 tablespoons of butter or sunflower oil;
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds;
- 1/2 teaspoon of mustard seeds;
- 1/2 teaspoon of coriander seeds;
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon;
- 1 fresh green pepper;
- Sliced ​​almonds to serve.
Preparation: Heat the pan with the butter (or sunflower oil) and put all the seeds to brown, until they start to jump. Add the rice and chopped pepper (don't forget to remove the pepper seeds) and brown for a few minutes. Add the yogurt, mix well and leave on low heat until it boils. Once it boils, turn off the heat, mix in the almonds and it's ready to serve.
Massala Kapha: Spicy and anti-inflammatory
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of powdered ginger;
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder;
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder or grains;
- 2 teaspoons of paprika powder;
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper powder;
- 1 teaspoon of annatto powder or grains;
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder;
- Butter for sautéing.
Preparation: Mix all the spices well in a bowl. You can also sauté for 5 minutes, always stirring.
