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Biriyani With Golden Raisins & Pistachios
feeds 4adapted from Eat, Taste, Heal; An Ayurvedic Cookbook for Modern Living
Biriyani is a traditional Indian pilaf. Many dishes are accompanied by a curry, dhal, or a yogurt dish. This dish is made with culinary herbs and spices that are healing to the GI tract and soothing for digestive upsets. Depending on what curry spice blend you use, they are made to balance each individual dosha. The whole table can enjoy each curry blend, no matter the specific dosha it is made for. If you don't know your Ayurvedic Constitution, find out by using the Ayurvedic Index Quiz attached at the bottom.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups brown jasmine rice, rinsed well1/3 cup mung beans
5 cups filtered water
1 tsp tumeric powder
1 tbsp butter or ghee (grass-fed, organic)
2 tbsp raw pistachio nuts, shelled, coarsely chopped (may substitute with hulled, raw sunflower seeds)
2 tbsp shredded carrot
1 1/2 tbsp Vata Curry Powder (see below)
5 cardamom pods
6 whole cloves
2 tbsp golden raisins
1 tbsp finely grated lemon zest
1 tsp lemon juice
1/4 cup vegetable stock, broth, or water (homemade or store bought organic, low sodium)
freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Add water to a big, heavy bottomed pot and bring to a boil. Put water down to a simmer and add mung beans and tsp of tumeric. Simmer covered for 20 minutes, then add the rice. Boil mung beans and rice together, covered, for 40 minutes. Check occasionally near the end to add water to the pot if needed.2. While the rest of the water is simmering out of the rice, heat the butter in a saute pan over medium-low heat. Add the carrots and pistachios in and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in the Vata Curry powder, cardamom pods, cloves, raisins, lemon peel, lemon juice, and broth/stock. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes.
3. Stir in carrot mixture to rice when all the liquid has simmered out of rice pot. Heat for 5-10 minutes on simmer, removing excess liquid from the pan. Season the biriyani to taste with salt and pepper. Serve
Custom Curry Mixes
Vata Curry Powder
2 tbsp whole fennel seeds
1 tbsp whole coriander seeds
1 tbsp whole cumin seeds
1 tbsp ground tumeric
1 tbsp dried basil
2 tsp powdered ginger
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp asafetida (optional, but very worth it)
Pitta Curry Powder
2 tbsp whole coriander seeds
2 tbsp whole fennel seeds
2 tbsp whole cumin seeds
1 tbsp whole cardamom seeds
1 tbsp ground tumeric
2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves (add in to food, not spice mix)
Kapha Curry Powder
2 tbsp whole coriander seeds
1 tbsp whole cumin seeds
1 tbsp whole fungreek seeds
1 bsp ground ginger
1 tbsp ground tumeric
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp dried sage leaves
1 tsp ground clove
1/2 tsp cayenne or chili powder
Curry Instructions:
Put all ingredients in to an electric grinder or spice mill and grind. Stir until well combined. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or the fridge. It is best to use within one month for potency. Cut recipe in half to ensure freshness.
Index for Ayurvedic Body Typing
Yes=2 Maybe/Undecided=1 No=0
Vata
Attributes
1. __ I am always thinking; my mind
never slows down.
2. __ My body is not proportionate (too
long or short).
3. __ I am always cold.
4. __ I am a thin person and do not gain
weight easily.
5. __ I do tasks quickly but I need
frequent breaks.
6. __ I have one of these conditions:
hemorrhoids, gas, irritable bowel syndrome.
7. __ I am a light sleeper and do not
have solid, continuous sleep.
8. __ I get constipated.
9. __ During the last 10 years, my weight
has fluctuated within 10 pounds.
10. __ It is hard for me to make a
decision.
11. __ I want to do and learn so many
things right now.
12. __ I start many projects but seldom
finish them.
13. __ I have trouble staying in a long
term relationship.
14. __ I cannot stay in the same job too
long.
15. __ I get bored doing repetitive
tasks.
16. __ I am creative but my creativity
comes in spurts.
17. __ I am the life of the party.
18. __ I learn things quickly but I have
difficulty remembering them later.
19. __ I prefer working with my hands instead
of reading a book.
20. __ I worry often; even over the most
insignificant things.
Vata Total __
Pitta
Attributes
1. __ I can focus on jobs and tasks and
complete them on time.
2. __ I am well organized and plan
things well.
3. __ I have a strong will and seldom give
up.
4. __ I am an efficient person.
5. __ I seldom get constipated.
6. __ I usually feel hot.
7. __ I have a healthy appetite and
prefer large meals.
8. __ I have skin disorders such as
acne, rash, eczema, psoriasis.
9. __ I am sometimes stubborn.
10. __ I can lose my temper easily.
11. __ I think I am always right.
12. __ I need factual information before
making decisions.
13. __ I am not happy unless everything
is done to perfection.
14. __ I have sensitive intestine.
15. __ I can tolerate temperature
changes.
16. __ My body is average; I am not
overweight or underweight.
17. __ My weight moderately fluctuates.
18. __ I lack patience.
19. __ I am too hard on myself and
others.
20. __ I can work for long periods of
time without breaks
Pitta Total__
Kapha
Attributes
1. __ I have a large body frame.
2. __ I gain weight easily.
3. __ I enjoy eating.
4. __ I can do repetitive tasks.
5. __ I don’t like change.
6. __ I am caring, affectionate, and
deep.
7. __ Nothing bothers me; I take things
in stride.
8. __ Trust is very important to me.
9. __ I love to sleep.
10. __ My body is always warm.
11. __ I take my time to complete tasks.
12. __ I do not like to rush.
13. __ I like the way I am; I don’t want
to change.
14. __ I have frequent sinus infections
and congestion.
15. __ It is hard for me to lose weight.
16. __ It is hard for me to let things
go.
17. __ I am slow and steady but I keep
going until I finish the job.
18. __ I like systematic routine.
19. __ I do not like damp weather.
20. __ I have a good memory; I am slow to
learn but I retain information for a long time.
Kapha Total__
Vata= __ Pitta= __ Kapha= __
Lexi, what do you recommend as a detox to cleanse the lymph glands?
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