Month: September 2012

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Cilantro Chutney

Cilantro Chutney
Cilantro Chutney

Vata: Decreases

Pitta: Decreases

Kapha: Decreases

Season: Fall, Spring

Cilantro Chutney can be added to your Kitchari for a bit more spice and flavor. It can also be made with parsley for more of a kidney cleanse, or diuretic.  This simple chutney can be served with curries, rice and dahl. It can also be used on sandwiches. In the fall, this is a great way to enjoy all the fresh cilantro!

Ingredients:

  • 1 bunch cilantro (fresh coriander)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 t minced ginger
  • 1/2 t salt
  • juice of 1/2 lemon or lime
  • 1/2 green chili, no seeds
  • 2-3 T water
  • 1/2 cup dry coconut
  • 2 t maple syrup

Directions:

  1. Wash cilantro, take out larger stems
  2. Blend with garlic, ginger, salt, lemon, pepper,
  3. Add the rest of ingredients and water as needed to make a paste

Serves: 6

Preparation time: 5-10 minutes

For Individual Doshas:

Vata: Prefer lemon to lime

Pitta:  Omit garlic

Kapha:  Add 1/4 t black pepper

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Zucchini Twirls

Appetizer with zucchini
Gluten free appetizer

Vata: Decreases

Pitta: Decreases

Kapha: Neutral

Season: Early Fall

These zucchini roll-ups are a wonderful gluten-free appetizer for fall. Roasted zucchini and goat cheese makes a tasty combination. Tofutti or other tofu-alternative cheese can also be used. The goat cheese is nourishing for the cooler weather and the roasted zucchini helps to reduce the last of Pitta left from summer.  It’s an easy and fast dish, that can also be prepared ahead of time. Vatas often have an easier time with goat than cow milk (and cheese.) Celebrate your fall harvest in style!

Ingredients:

  • 2 zucchini sliced lengthwise
  • 1 t basil
  • 1 T oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz chevre, or other goat or soft cheese

Directions:

  1. Slice zucchini lengthwise
  2. Roast on an oiled pan at 350*F for 10-20 minutes or sautee over medium heat
  3. Turn the zucchini slices over and roast on the other side until soft
  4. Add salt, basil and pepper to taste
  5. Cool and add 1 t cheve to each slice and roll up
  6. Arrange on a serving dish

Serves: 6 (as an appetizer)

Preparation time: 20-30 minutes

For Individual Doshas:

Vata: Add half an olive inside each roll (or a piece of sun dried tomato)

Pitta:  Try a soft cow cheese

Kapha:  Add a dash of cayenne