Recipes
In Ayurveda, food is medicine. These recipes are rooted in the principle of Sattva — purity, harmony, and balance. Sattvic foods promote clarity of mind, lightness of body, and a calm nervous system — the ideal foundation for a meaningful yoga practice.
Each recipe is designed to nourish, heal, and support your journey on and off the mat.
Golden Saffron Kichari
A nourishing Ayurvedic staple that is easy to digest, deeply satisfying, and perfect for cleansing. Kichari is considered a complete meal in Ayurveda — balancing all three doshas.
Ingredients
- •1 cup basmati rice
- •½ cup yellow mung dal
- •2 tbsp ghee
- •1 tsp cumin seeds
- •1 tsp mustard seeds
- •½ tsp turmeric
- •Pinch of saffron threads
- •4 cups water
- •Salt to taste
- •Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1.Rinse rice and dal together until water runs clear. Soak for 20 minutes if possible.
- 2.Heat ghee in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add cumin and mustard seeds; cook until they begin to pop.
- 3.Add turmeric and saffron, stir for 30 seconds.
- 4.Add the rinsed rice and dal, stir to coat with spices.
- 5.Add 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until soft and porridge-like.
- 6.Season with salt and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Morning Fruit Bowl
A vibrant, sattvic breakfast that promotes clarity and lightness. Combining seasonal fruits with warming spices, this bowl is designed to gently awaken your digestive fire.
Ingredients
- •1 ripe banana, sliced
- •½ cup seasonal berries
- •1 apple or pear, diced
- •1 tbsp raw honey
- •Pinch of cinnamon
- •Pinch of cardamom
- •1 tbsp soaked almonds, sliced
- •Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- 1.Combine all fruit in a bowl.
- 2.Drizzle with raw honey.
- 3.Sprinkle cinnamon and cardamom over the top.
- 4.Top with sliced soaked almonds and fresh mint.
- 5.Enjoy mindfully as your first meal of the day.
Ojas Chai
A warming, immune-boosting chai that builds ojas — the Ayurvedic concept of vital energy and immunity. Rich with adaptogens and traditional spices, this chai nourishes body and spirit.
Ingredients
- •2 cups whole milk (or oat milk)
- •1 cup water
- •2 cardamom pods, crushed
- •3 whole cloves
- •1 cinnamon stick
- •1 inch fresh ginger, sliced
- •½ tsp ashwagandha powder
- •½ tsp shatavari powder
- •1 tbsp raw honey or jaggery
- •Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- 1.Bring water to a boil with cardamom, cloves, cinnamon stick, and ginger. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- 2.Add milk and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 more minutes.
- 3.Remove from heat and stir in ashwagandha and shatavari powders.
- 4.Strain into cups. Add honey once slightly cooled (never add honey to boiling liquids).
- 5.Add a pinch of black pepper to enhance absorption.
Matcha Latte
A calming, antioxidant-rich drink that provides sustained energy without the crash. Matcha has been used in Zen Buddhist practice for centuries to support meditation and mindfulness.
Ingredients
- •1 tsp ceremonial grade matcha powder
- •2 tbsp hot water (not boiling, ~175°F)
- •1 cup warm milk of choice
- •½ tsp vanilla extract
- •1 tsp raw honey or maple syrup
- •Pinch of cardamom (optional)
Instructions
- 1.Sift matcha powder into a bowl or mug to remove clumps.
- 2.Add 2 tablespoons of hot water (not boiling) and whisk vigorously with a bamboo whisk or frother until a smooth paste forms.
- 3.Warm your milk of choice and froth it.
- 4.Pour the frothed milk over the matcha paste.
- 5.Stir in vanilla and honey. Dust with cardamom if desired.
When diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. When diet is correct, medicine is of no need.
- Ayurvedic Proverb