Aayu Ahaar Recipes
A small glass of beetroot and apple, pressed with the pulp kept in, is a beautiful ruby-red way to support iron and energy. The apple's natural vitamin C helps the body take up the iron — and the gorgeous colour...
Soaked-raisin water is the simplest iron tonic in the Indian kitchen — a small handful of kishmish soaked overnight, then the sweet water given first thing in the morning. It's naturally sweet, gentle on the tummy, and a lovely no-fuss...
Moong dal water — the thin, golden liquid from well-cooked moong dal — is a gentle first protein-and-iron drink that Indian grandmothers have given for generations. It's light, easy to digest, and a soothing way to add a little nourishment...
What you'll need 3 tbsp kala chana (black chickpeas), soaked overnight 3 tbsp cooked soft rice 1 small tomato, a pinch of cumin, turmeric and a little garlic 1 tsp ghee, a squeeze of lemon at the end Pressure-cook the...
What you'll need 3 tbsp sprouted moong (green gram sprouts) 2 tbsp soft cooked rice 1 tbsp finely grated carrot 1 tsp ghee, a pinch of cumin and turmeric 3/4 cup water, a tiny squeeze of lemon at the end...
