Tag Archives: Ayurvedic

Pineapple Pulav

Posted on January 17, 2014 by psudindar

Shalyanna – the delicacy which is served in Najungud was something we as kids loved. I would wait for Anna to come home with the prasadam. The kallu sakkare (Misri or sugar candy) in the sweet used give it a … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged Ayurveda, Ayurvedic, basmati rice, brown sugar, desert, Garam Masala, Meditation, misri, pineapple, Rice, Sattva, Sattvic, South India, sugar, Sugar Candy, sweet, Vegetarian, Yoga | Leave a comment

Vegetable Rolls (Makes about 16 rolls)

Posted on February 19, 2013 by psudindar

Being vegetarian and Sattvic coming up with snacks for parties is quite a headache. This is a simple roll which comes out beautifully and has the subtle taste of raw bananas and the spices. The rolls can be made well … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged Ayurvedic, banana, Carrot, Chaat masala, Chili pepper, Chili powder, Coriander, Cumin, Ginger, Gram Flour, green chillies, Health, Indian, Karnataka, Lemon juice, Mysore, Sattva, Sattvic, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian, Vigna mungo, Yoga | Leave a comment

Dal dumplings – Nuchina Unde

Posted on December 26, 2012 by psudindar

Ingredients 1. Toor Dal – 1 cup 2. Channa Dal – 1 cup 3. Moong Dal – 1 cup 4. Green chillies – 4 -6 6. Hing – 1/4 spoon 7. Coriander leaves – 1/4 cup chopped 8. Coconut – … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged Ayurveda, Ayurvedic, Chickpea, Chili pepper, Coconut Chutney, Coriander, Cumin, Dumpling, Health, Idli, Indian, Kadhi, Karnataka, Meditation, Mung bean, Mysore, Pigeon pea, Sattva, Sesame, Soak, South India, Taste bud, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian, Yoga | 2 Comments

Chutney – an accompaniment which cannot be ignored

Posted on December 19, 2012 by psudindar

In Southern India, chutney takes a pride position as the most versatile accompaniment. In both Andhra and Karnataka, where my roots are, chutney is made from almost anything. But the one that I am putting up here is the ever … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged Andhra, Ayurveda, Ayurvedic, Chili pepper, Coconut Chutney, Cook, Curry Tree, Food, Health, Home, Indian, Karnataka, Mustard seed, Mysore, Sattva, Sattvic, South India, Tamarind, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian, Yoga | Leave a comment

Discerning tastes

Posted on December 19, 2012 by psudindar

Sweet (Madhura), Sour (Amla), Salty (Lavana), Bitter (Katu), Pungent (Tikta) and Astringent (Kashaya) the 6 tastes which govern our taste buds. All of us are familiar with these tastes no matter where we are from. What is interesting is the … Continue reading →

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What’s your “Dosha”?

Posted on December 18, 2012 by psudindar

Continuing my journey in understanding the connection between food and man, other than the obvious, I ended up getting a Panchakarma done. A seven day purification process, which I thoroughly enjoyed!! The early morning drive to the Ayurvedic centre, was … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged Ayurveda, Ayurvedic, Cook, Dosha, Food, Health, Meditation, Panchakarma, Prakṛti, Prakriti, Sattva, Sattvic, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian, Wine tasting descriptors, Yoga | 3 Comments