Sprouted Proteins: Ayurvedic Tips for Digestible Protein
Harish·30 Nov 2025
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Sprouting makes legumes gentler and more nutritious. Learn simple recipes and Ayurvedic tips to make sprouted dals a regular, digestible protein source.
Why Sprout?
Sprouting reduces phytic acid and other antinutrients, increases vitamin levels, and makes legumes easier to digest. Ayurveda favors foods that are light and nourishing—sprouted dals fit that bill when prepared with warming spices and a little ghee.
Simple Ayurvedic Recipe
- Rinse 1 cup sprouted dal mix thoroughly.
- Sauté 1 tsp cumin and a pinch of turmeric in 1 tbsp ghee.
- Add dal and 3 cups water, simmer 10–15 minutes until tender.
- Finish with lemon, chopped cilantro, and a teaspoon of ghee.
Dosha Notes
- Vata: Use more ghee and warming spices; serve warm.
- Pitta: Keep spices moderate; add cooling cilantro and avoid excess heat.
- Kapha: Keep portions modest and favor lighter broths.
Storage & Use
Fresh sprouted mixes are best cooked soon after sprouting; lightly dried shelf-stable variants work for travel but rehydrate fully before cooking.
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