Basmati Rice
Basmati Rice is a great accompaniment to any Indian curry. Considered sattvic by Ayurvedic standards, easy to digest and good for all three doshas.
Servings
2
Ready In:
13 mins.
Calories:
213
Good For:
Main meal
Inroduction
About this Recipe
Basmati rice is sattvic, or pure; it balances all three doshas; it is nourishing for the body tissues; and it is easy to digest. Aged basmati rice has an aroma and flavor arguably the best in the world. Ayurveda recommends avoiding rice that is parboiled, instant or pre-cooked because is has less nutrition and less prana, or life energy.
Ingredients – Basmati Rice!
- 1 package yeast
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 3 tbsp white sugar
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 6 cups white flour (sifted)
Basmati rice is the king of all rice according to Ayurveda as it helps to balance all three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). As well as being easy to digest and nourishing to the body tissues, it also has a low glycemic index and promotes healthy brain function.
Nutrition
While Basmati rice is a great option for Vata and Pitta types, if your Kapha is out of balance, best to avoid too much rice. Also, not a low carb, keto-friendly option at all!
- Fat 11%
- Protein 6%
- Carbohydrates 82%
Basmati Rice
Equipment
- Sauce pan with tight fitting lid
Ingredients
- ½ cup Basmati rice Rinse well, 3x
- 2 tsp Ghee Or oil of your choice
- ½ tsp Himalayan pink salt
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
- Rinse the rice 3x and drain. Add the ghee and salt to the rice, and stir over medium heat.
- Stir the rise constantly for about 1-2 minutes until it begins to stick to the pan. Then pour in the water and stir to mix. Bring to a boil, stir, cover and lower heat to low.
- Cook over low heat for 12 minutes, do not remove lid, keep covered.
- When the time is up, remove from heat and allow to sit for several minutes.
- Fluff rice with a fork and serve.