You returned from your Ayurveda treatment in Sri Lanka or India and would you like to integrate Ayurveda into your daily routine at home? Are you interested in Ayurveda or an Ayurvedic diet and are curious to try out some recipes? This is easier than you might think!
In the Ayurvedic diet it is generally important to ensure that the various constitutional types Kapha, Vata and Pitta use different kinds of foods which favor the healing process. Therefore always pay close attention to what Dosha you are, and accordingly, which Ayurvedic foods are best suitable for you, as well as healthy and detoxifying.
We have gathered a few generic Ayurvedic recipes, which you can easily make at home!
Paneer, the Indian Fresh Cheese
Paneer is used as an ingredient in many popular Ayurveda recipes and dishes, but can also be eaten on its own. It does not require the use of rennet, it’s fully vegetarian.
For this Ayurvedic recipe you will need the following ingredients:
- Bowl
- Pot
- Metal Colander
- Clean crockery or cotton cloth
- A liter of milk
- 2 tablespoons apple cider or pure lemon juice
- Little salt for the flavor
Steps:
- In a pot, bring the milk to a boil, add salt and lemon juice or apple cider, stir and remove the pot from the heat. Then stir again.
- Put a clean crockery or cotton cloth in the colander and place it over a bowl.
- Now fill it with the boiled mixture. The whey will run down into the bowl and the Paneer remains in the cloth. Use a spoon to squeeze out the rest of the whey.
- Finally, wring the cloth with the leftover mixture so that the last remainder of the whey is fully drained. The less liquid remains in the Paneer, the firmer the cheese becomes.
- The homemade Paneer can last in the refrigerator for about five days.
According to the doctrine of the Ayurveda recipes, Paneer is said to be an active ingredient in the organism and is considered to be one of the healthiest cheese varieties.
The Golden Milk is considered as the Healing Magic of Ayurveda
The golden milk mainly consists of turmeric, which has a healing effect and is particularly popular in Ayurveda.
For the preparation you need the following:
- A teaspoon of turmeric paste
- A teaspoon of native oil (e.g. coconut oil)
- A cup of soy/almond milk
- Pepper and sweetness for flavor
- A pot
Steps:
- Add the milk, turmeric paste and pepper to the pot, stir well while boiling
- If you do not prefer it frothy, you can add water. Sweeten according to favorable flavor.
- Fill it into a cup, add the oil and stir again.
Sit, sip and enjoy!
With this popular Ayurveda recipe, you can create an excellent Ayurvedic remedy that detoxifies the liver, stimulates digestion and counteracts the feeling of bloating. In addition, it is pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory and can therefore be used well for rheumatic diseases or osteoarthritis. Also blood glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure are reduced with regular intake – perfect for your own treatment at home.
Ayurvedic Ghee, one of the most important Ayurveda Recipes
Ghee, also clarified butter, is an important ingredient in the Ayurvedic cuisine and is considered as a panacea, which is used in many treatments both internally and externally. You can quickly make Ghee yourself as described in the following recipe.
The following ingredients and materials are needed for an Ayurvedic Ghee:
- 2 Pots
- Metal colander
- Clean crockery or cotton cloth
- Dipper
- Screw-cap glasses
- 1,5 kg organic sweet butter or sour cream
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring the butter to a boil, then reduce the heat. The already liquid butter should now boil gently for about 45 minutes. In doing so, skim the egg white with the dipper from the butter. If the butter is clear, it is ready for further processing. Caution: Be careful not to use the butter when it becomes oily or dark brown. If, on the other hand, the butter smells like caramel and is slightly nutty or has a golden yellow consistency, it is ready!
- Now pour the finished Ayurvedic ghee through the cloth and colander into the second pot. Afterwards, it can be filled into screw-cap glasses and sealed well. Tip: It is long lasting if not opened.
Since the Ghee does not have any waste products or proteins, it is a very pure product which is supposed to give the body the highest energy. Ghee also supports the body by its cleansing and anti-inflammatory effect. The older the ghee, the greater the therapeutic effect on the body.
Ginger water, the healing effects of this Ayurvedic Recipe
Ginger water is becoming increasingly popular. It is one of the Ayurvedic recipes that can be quickly prepared – no matter where you are. Therefore, ginger water is considered a very popular drink at work.
The following ingredients are required for your Ayurvedic ginger water:
- About four to five slices of peeled, fresh ginger
- A liter of water
- A pot
Preparation:
- For your Ayurvedic ginger water, prepare the ginger and place it with water into a pot.
- Boil everything without the lid until it is half done and then allow it to cool down.
The finished Ayurvedic ginger water can be enjoyed cold or warm throughout the day. It helps fight colds, has a positive effect on the weather and helps with the detoxification of the body.
Ayurveda’s Powerful Health Recipe – Hot Boiled Water
The hot boiled water forms the foundation of the Ayurvedic recipes and their learnings. Therefore, it is particularly important in an Ayurveda treatment. Water is boiled and drank as much as possible. The water being prepared is said to have the following properties:
- It prevents digestive problems
- The skin becomes smoother and fresher
- It helps with fatigue
- It affects the nerves, you become more relaxed and satisfied
- It is refreshing
Do you notice sudden thirst and dry skin, even though you drink plenty of water? According to the Ayurveda doctrine, you are then blocking out metabolic residues in your body. The cells can no longer absorb water. If you drink hot, boiled water and if necessary add the supporting Ayurvedic spices, you will quickly notice a difference.
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